Lemon Herb Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade/Dressing
01 -
¼ cup lemon juice (from 1 fresh lemon)
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
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2 teaspoons garlic, finely minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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Cracked black pepper, as needed
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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2 tablespoons water
→ Protein
11 -
1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
→ Salad
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1 large cucumber, cut into small cubes
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4 cups Romaine lettuce leaves, cleaned and dried
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⅓ cup black or Kalamata olives, sliced (optional)
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2 lemon wedges for garnish
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional, see tips below)
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1 avocado, sliced thinly
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2 Roma tomatoes, diced into small pieces
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1 red onion, thinly sliced
# Instructions:
01 -
Grab a big bowl or jug. Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, water, vinegar, parsley, basil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Take half and store it in the fridge for later as a dressing, and use the other half to marinate the chicken.
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Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade. Keep it in the dish for 15-30 minutes at room temperature, or for up to 2 hours if chilled in the fridge.
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During the marinating time, prep the salad. Toss the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, avocado, and olives (if adding) in a big bowl. Set it aside.
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Heat up some olive oil (about a tablespoon) on a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and fully done (165°F or 74°C inside). Toss out the leftover marinade used for the chicken.
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Once cooked, set the chicken aside for 5 minutes to let the juices settle before slicing it into strips.
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Lay the chicken slices over the assembled salad. Pour the reserved dressing on top. Sprinkle crumbled feta, if you'd like, and serve it up with lemon wedges for extra zest.
# Notes:
01 -
Add crumbled feta for a richer, tangy flavor.
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The same mixture is used for marinading and dressing, so separate it before marinating to avoid any chance of contamination.
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It's best to assemble this dish at the last minute for super fresh and crunchy results.