Jan 17, 2012

Lemon and Oregano-Rubbed Chicken Paillards

Recipe from Sandy Olsen

4 (6 oz) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
5 tsp grated lemon rind
1 tbls olive oil
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp water
2 garlic cloves, minced
Cooking spray
4 lemon wedges
2 tbls chopped fresh parsley

1. Prepare grill.

2. Place each breast between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and pour to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

3. Combine lemon rind and next 6 ingredients (through minced garlic); rub evenly over both sides of chicken.  Place chicken on a grill rack coated with cooking spray, and grill 3 minutes on each side or until chicken is done.  Remove from heat.  Squeeze 1 lemon wedge evenly over each breast.  Sprinkle parsley evenly over chicken.

Yield: 4 servings

Note: Pairs nicely with Greek Farmer's Salad and Basmati rice.