Parmesan Chicken Paillards with Cherry Tomato Sauce |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Paillards are boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded flat and sautéed. A crust of Parmesan adds flavor. The sauce combines savory marinara sauce (which Aaron loves) with the freshness of cherry tomatoes. Serve with green beans and orzo with parsley. Ingredients:
4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves |
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided |
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese |
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour |
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided |
cooking spray |
1/2 cup finely chopped onion |
1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth |
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar |
2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
Directions:
1. Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Combine cheese and flour in a shallow dish. Dredge 1 side of each chicken breast half in cheese mixture.
2. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 chicken breast halves, cheese side down; cook 4 minutes on each side or until done. Repeat procedure with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and chicken breast halves. Remove from pan; keep warm.
3. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in broth and vinegar; cook 1 minute or until liquid almost evaporates. Add tomatoes, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and oregano; cook 2 minutes.
4. Wine note: These chicken breasts have a piquant Italian flavor. I love to serve them with an Italian red made from the sangiovese grape. Try the incredible Marchesi di Frescobaldi Campo ai Sassi Rosso di Montalcino 2004 (Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy), $20. -Karen MacNeil
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