Lemon Garlic Chicken Paillard with Mediterranean Quinoa
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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


