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Lemon Garlic Chicken Paillard with Mediterranean Quinoa

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Lemon Garlic Chicken Paillard with Mediterranean Quinoa

Tender lemon garlic chicken breasts served with a vibrant Mediterranean quinoa salad - a healthy and flavorful family dinner that's easy to prepare!

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pound chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper until 1/2-inch thick. Place in a shallow dish.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Pour over chicken and turn to coat both sides. Cover and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.

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