Grilled Chicken Paillard
The Grilled Chicken Paillard is a type of dish that originated in France. The term “paillard” refers to a thin, pounded piece of meat, usually chicken or beef, that is then grilled or sautéed. This method of cooking results in a delicious and tender piece of meat that is perfect for pairing with fresh vegetables or a light sauce. The dish has since become popular in many other parts of the world and can be found on menus in various restaurants.
Looking for a healthy, quick and easy dinner idea? I have a great solution for you – This quick and easy Chicken Paillard recipe is full of flavor and deliciousness, which comes together in a snap. It’s the perfect dinner for busy weeks!
Learn Chicken Paillard
First of all, what is a paillard? Although it sounds fancy, it is simply a piece of meat that is thinly pounded and cooked quickly.
And it’s one of the easiest and most versatile ways to prepare meat I’ve ever found. By pounding the meat into a thinner version, it cooks quickly and evenly, making it less likely that you’ll dry out when trying to cook it.
Another plus is that you can feed more people with less meat. Although this recipe calls for 2 chicken breasts, when you pound them, they are large enough that you can cut them in half to serve 3 or 4 people.
Serve your chicken casserole with a pretty side salad and perhaps some roasted cauliflower or crispy baked potatoes, and you’ve got a quick, easy, and healthy meal that everyone will love!
Delicious Chicken Paillard Recipe
Ingredient:
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest or zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instruct
- Open a large gallon-sized Zip-Loc bag and add lemon juice, 1 tbsp. olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest (if using). Massage the bag a little to mix all the ingredients together.
- Place the chicken breasts in a bag and seal. (Note–if you’re duplicating the recipe, do this step in two batches.) Using a mallet/softener or the back of a heavy skillet, flatten the chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Place a large frying pan or skillet over medium to high heat and add 1 tbsp. olive oil and 1 tbsp. butter. Return the chicken to the skillet and fry for 10 minutes or until fully cooked, turning occasionally – a little longer depending on the thickness of the chicken. If preparing more than 2 chicken breasts, you may need to cook the chicken in batches or use two frying pans here.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove to a plate and drizzle with sauce, if desired.
