Italian-Marinated Chicken

Name: Italian-Marinated Chicken
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar; 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1 tsp. agave or honey; 6 fresh basil leaves; 1/2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves; Kosher salt and pepper; 2/3 c. olive oil; 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp. dried oregano; 4 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 peppers (one red, one orange), thinly sliced; 1 c. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 12 c. (about 6 oz) mixed salad greens, torn into bite-size pieces; 1 oz. Parmesan, shaved

The herby dressing pulls double duty.

By Kate MerkerPublished: Feb 17, 2023

2 Ratings

Mike Garten

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

40 mins

Cal/Serv:

424

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Blitz together the vinegary herb dressing and use it as both a marinade for chicken breasts and a flavor infuser for sliced veggies. You can quickly cook the chicken in a skillet or air fryer, making this light, satisfying meal one to keep on your weeknight rotation.

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Ingredients

3 Tbsp.
white wine vinegar
2 Tbsp.
red wine vinegar
2
cloves garlic
2 tsp.
Dijon mustard
1 tsp.
agave or honey
6
fresh basil leaves
1/2 Tbsp.
fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and pepper
2/3 cup
olive oil
1/2 tsp.
red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp.
dried oregano
4
6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2
peppers (one red, one orange), thinly sliced
1 cup
grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2
small red onion, thinly sliced
12 cups
(about 6 oz) mixed salad greens, torn into bite-size pieces
1 oz.
Parmesan, shaved

Directions

1. Step 1In blender, combine vinegars, garlic, mustard, agave, basil, thyme, and 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper; blend until smooth. Add oil and blend on low until just incorporated but not emulsified, about 10 seconds. Stir in red pepper flakes and oregano.
2. Step 2In small baking dish, coat chicken with 1/3 cup dressing and marinate at least 10 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in refrigerator.
3. Step 3Meanwhile, transfer 3 tablespoons remaining dressing to large bowl. Add peppers, tomatoes and onion and toss to coat.
4. Step 4Heat large skillet on medium and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, 5 to 7 min.per side. Transfer to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
5. Step 5Add greens to peppers and toss to coat. Top with Parmesan and serve with chicken.

AIR FRYING INSTRUCTIONS: Heat air fryer to 400°F. Add marinated chicken and cook 4 minutes. Using tongs, flip and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 8 to 9 minutes more.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 424 cal, 24.5 g fat (5 g sat), 39 g pro, 526 mg sodium, 14 g carb, 3 g fiber

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