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Lemon Herb Chicken Paillards with Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

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

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Lemon Herb Chicken Paillards with Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Tender chicken breasts seasoned with fresh lemon, herbs, and garlic, paired with a vibrant Mediterranean quinoa salad bursting with veggies, feta, and Kalamata olives.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. In a shallow dish, combine the lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, thyme, and oregano. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat both sides. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    2. In a medium saucepan, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool.

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