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Chicken Paillard

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Chicken Paillard is a classic French dish featuring thinly pounded chicken breasts cooked quickly and served with fresh greens or light sauces, offering a simple, elegant, and healthy meal.

Ingredients

  1. 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or basil), chopped
    2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
    Mixed greens or arugula for serving
    Optional garnish: capers or shaved Parmesan

Instructions

Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.

  1. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound chicken until about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, avoiding overcooking.
  5. Remove chicken from pan and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  6. Serve immediately with fresh greens tossed in olive oil and lemon or your preferred light salad.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs, capers, or Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  1. Marinate chicken briefly in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for extra flavor.
  2. Serve with creamy mustard or garlic aioli sauce for richness.
  3. Pair with roasted vegetables or grain salads for a heartier meal.
  4. Substitute chicken with veal or turkey cutlets for variety.
  5. Best eaten fresh; leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently.

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