Chicken Paillards with Asian Pear Salad
Asian pears are worth seeking out if you can find them—their crunch is unparalleled. Regular apples will do as a substitute in a pinch.
Recipe information
Total Time
20 minutes
Yield
4 Servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 4-oz. chicken breasts, pound ¼-inch thick
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/2 Asian pear, thinly sliced
1 celery stalk, thinly sliced, plus 2 Tbsp. celery leaves
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves with tender stems
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Preparation
Step 1
Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and, working in 2 batches, cook until golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
Step 2
Toss pear, celery and celery leaves, cilantro, and lime juice in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken topped with Asian pear salad.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories (kcal) 190
Fat (g) 8
Saturated Fat (g) 1.5
Cholesterol (mg) 65
Carbohydrates (g) 3
Dietary Fiber (g) 0
Total Sugars (g)0
Protein (g) 26
Sodium (mg) 210
