Zesty Lemon Chicken Paillards with Herbed Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin into paillards
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. 1

   In a shallow dish, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken paillards and turn to coat both sides. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes.