How To Make Paillard of Chicken with Lemon & Herbs
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast fillets
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: lemon slices and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
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Place the chicken fillets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
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In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
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Place the chicken fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure to coat both sides. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour if time allows.
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Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
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Remove the chicken fillets from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Discard the marinade.
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Grill the chicken fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through and golden brown. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
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Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Serve the paillard of chicken with lemon slices and fresh herbs, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 220kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 1.5g
- Cholesterol : 85mg
- Sodium : 240mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 3g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 29g
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