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Chicken Milanese with Arugula Salad Recipe


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  • Author: Mary

Description

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice to make the salad dressing.
  • Toss arugula in the dressing and serve alongside the chicken Milanese.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice to make the salad dressing.
  • Toss arugula in the dressing and serve alongside the chicken Milanese.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, you can bake the chicken breasts instead of frying them.
  • If you prefer a more substantial salad, you can add shaved Parmesan or toasted pine nuts.
  • The chicken can be made ahead of time and served at room temperature for a picnic or lunch.