Sliced Lemon Pistachio Chicken Over Greens
Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Sliced Lemon Pistachio Chicken Over Greens recipe! Juicy, lemon-marinated chicken breasts are perfectly seared and sliced, then paired with a refreshing medley of mixed salad greens, crisp cucumber, and sweet cherry tomatoes. The dish is finished with a delightful crunch from chopped pistachios and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette, with optional crumbled feta cheese for a creamy touch. Quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is a harmonious blend of protein, zest, and texture, making it the perfect choice for a healthy weeknight meal or an impressive light lunch. Plus, it’s ready in just 35 minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup pistachios (shelled and roughly chopped)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to prepare a marinade.
Place chicken breasts in the bowl, ensuring they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
While the chicken marinates, prepare the salad by washing and drying the mixed greens. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Combine these with the greens in a large salad bowl. Set aside.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice the chicken into thin strips.
To assemble, divide the salad greens between four plates. Top each plate with sliced chicken, a sprinkle of chopped pistachios, and optional crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Enjoy your vibrant and healthy Lemon Pistachio Chicken Over Greens!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 3792 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.3 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 497 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2408 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
