Chicken paillards with schmaltz bread salad is a mouthwatering dish that combines the crispy, savory taste of chicken paillards with a flavorful and tangy schmaltz bread salad. The chicken paillards, made from thin-sliced chicken breasts that are pounded until tender and then sautéed in butter, offer a tender and juicy interior with a golden-brown, crispy crust. The schmaltz bread salad, on the other hand, adds a delightful blend of textures and flavors with its combination of toasted bread cubes, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing made with schmaltz, a traditional Jewish chicken fat. This delectable dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for both casual and special occasion meals.
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CHICKEN PAILLARD
This is a super-easy dinner and very refreshing for an outdoor barbeque or spring dinner. The lemon adds a fresh taste to a simple chicken dish.
Provided by Megan
Categories Salad
Time 34m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pound chicken breasts on a work surface using a meat tenderizer or heavy pan to 1/4-inch thick. Whisk wine, juice of 1 lemon, shallot, 2 teaspoons olive oil, and garlic together in a shallow bowl. Add chicken breasts; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Whisk juice of 1 lemon, vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and lemon zest together in a large bowl; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add arugula and tomatoes; toss to combine.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate, or heat a skillet over high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade; season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Cook chicken on preheated grill until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Plate chicken with arugula salad on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 387.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH CREAMY PARMESAN SALAD
Steps:
- For the chicken:
- Begin by pounding out the chicken breast gently between 2 pieces of plastic wrap.
- Prepare a breading station with flour, whisked eggs and milk, and panko crumbs. Season all with salt and pepper. Coat the breasts in flour, egg then panko. Lay the coated breasts out on a flat tray and refrigerate to let the crust dry out (about 10 minutes) this will ensure there is less moisture and less chance your coating will break when frying.
- Shallow fry the paillard in hot oil for approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side depending on how thick the breasts are. Drain well, season with salt and set aside when done.
- For the dressing:
- Put the anchovies, egg yolks, garlic, lemon juice, and water into a blender and process for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth. With the blender running, pour the olive oil in slowly for the dressing to emulsify. Stir in the Parmesan, season with salt and a couple of grinds of black pepper; set aside. (Refrigerate the dressing if you will not be using it right away.)
- Prepare the salad by splitting the grape tomatoes in half through the middle lengthwise, mixing all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add the dressing and toss the salad well.
- To serve lay the warm, crispy chicken paillard on the base of the plate and top with the salad. Garnish with shaved parmesan cheese, a wedge of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil.
- *RAW EGG WARNING
- Food Network Kitchens suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs
- Due to the slight risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.
CHICKEN PAILLARDS WITH SCHMALTZ BREAD SALAD
Pounding a skinless, boneless chicken breast to an even thickness is the best way to cook it quickly and evenly. For extra chicken flavor, cook it in rendered chicken fat, then use that same fat to toast croutons for a crispy, chicken-delicious topping.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Chicken Bread Salad Cucumber Radish Parsley Lemon Juice Dinner Quick & Easy Kid-Friendly Dairy Free Spring Small Plates
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Working one at a time, pound chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap or in a large resealable plastic bag to 1/2" thick; season with 1 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. pepper.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. schmaltz in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high. Carefully place 1 chicken breast in skillet, laying it away from you, and cook until golden brown and nearly cooked through, about 4 minutes. Turn and cook until cooked through, about 1 minute (second side will not brown). Transfer to a large plate. Repeat with 1 Tbsp. schmaltz and remaining cutlet.
- Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 Tbsp. schmaltz to same skillet. As soon as schmaltz is hot, add bread and toss to coat. Pour any accumulated juices from plate with chicken over bread and continue to cook bread, stirring constantly, until golden brown and outsides are lightly crisped but centers are still soft, about 3 minutes. Season with 1/2 tsp. salt and remaining 1/4 tsp. pepper and toss to combine. Remove skillet from heat.
- Toss cucumbers, radishes, parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add bread and toss again to distribute.
- Transfer chicken to a platter. Top with salad.
CHICKEN PAILLARDS WITH CORN SALAD
This recipe brings together leafy herbs, the whisper of sweetness in fresh corn and summer squash, a ripe tomato, and a splash of lemon, creating a salad with farm-stand allure. It is served it with chicken paillards, and the meal would go great with a bottle of dry German riesling.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix mustard and 1/4 cup lemon juice in a shallow dish. Cut each chicken breast in half (lengthwise, so you have two thin filets) and place in the mustard mixture. Turn to coat both sides and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet, add onion and sauté on low a few minutes, until softened. Add corn, chile and squash and continue to cook until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, fold in tomato, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and set aside.
- Remove chicken from marinade, dust with flour and season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining oil in a large cast-iron skillet or grill pan on medium-high heat and sear chicken, turning once, until lightly browned and just cooked through, about 5 minutes a side. Arrange on a serving platter. Add cooking oil to salad, fold in cilantro and spoon over and around chicken.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 355, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 718 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN PAILLARDS WITH HERB-TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare an outdoor grill with a hot fire.
- Toss the tomatoes, garlic, scallion, the 3 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Add all the herbs to the bowl but don't toss.
- Brush the chicken paillards lightly with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Grill the chicken, turning once, until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Stir the herbs into the tomatoes. Put a paillard on each of 4 plates, spoon some herb-tomato salad on top (watch out for the smashed garlic-you might want to remove it), and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 99 milligrams, Sodium 1082 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 2 grams
CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH CAPRESE PANZANELLA
This weeknight dinner is like summer on a plate. We turned the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and ripe in-season tomatoes, into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets to the mix.
Provided by Lauryn Tyrell
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add half of chicken and cook, flipping once, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes total; transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken and 1 more tablespoon oil.
- Reduce heat to medium; add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet, then bread and juices from chicken plate. Cook, stirring, until golden, 5 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer to a bowl with tomatoes, capers, celery hearts and leaves, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in cheese and basil; serve with sliced chicken.
PAILLARDS OF CHICKEN WITH PEPPER AND ONION SALAD
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories weekday, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toss salad ingredients together in a glass or ceramic bowl and set aside.
- Combine the cornmeal, flour, cayenne and ground fennel on a plate. Coat each piece of chicken in the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat a large, heavy-bottomed nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the oil. Place the chicken in the skillet and saute until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Place 1 piece of chicken on each of 4 plates, top with the salad and serve immediately.
CHICKEN PAILLARD
Make and share this Chicken Paillard recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vicki in CT
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the chicken:.
- Begin by pounding out the chicken breast gently between 2 pieces of plastic wrap.
- Prepare a breading station with flour, whisked eggs and milk, and panko crumbs. Season all with salt and pepper. Coat the breasts in flour, egg then panko. Lay the coated breasts out on a flat tray and refrigerate to let the crust dry out (about 10 minutes) this will ensure there is less moisture and less chance your coating will break when frying.
- Shallow fry the paillard in hot oil for approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side depending on how thick the breasts are. Drain well, season with salt and set aside when done.
- For the dressing:.
- Put the anchovies, egg yolks, garlic, lemon juice, and water into a blender and process for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth. With the blender running, pour the olive oil in slowly for the dressing to emulsify. Stir in the Parmesan, season with salt and a couple of grinds of black pepper; set aside. (Refrigerate the dressing if you will not be using it right away.).
- Prepare the salad by splitting the grape tomatoes in half through the middle lengthwise, mixing all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add the dressing and toss the salad well.
- To serve lay the warm, crispy chicken paillard on the base of the plate and top with the salad. Garnish with shaved parmesan cheese, a wedge of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil.
- *RAW EGG WARNING Suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs Due to the slight risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1070.5, Fat 60.2, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 426.3, Sodium 1075.3, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.1, Protein 61.2
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken paillards cook evenly, use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness.
- When searing the chicken, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet to achieve a crispy crust.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
- For the bread salad, use a variety of hearty breads, such as sourdough, ciabatta, and focaccia.
- Toast the bread until it is golden brown and crispy.
- Use a flavorful dressing to enhance the flavor of the bread salad.
- Garnish the bread salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or chives.
Conclusion:
Chicken paillards with schmaltz bread salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. The chicken is tender and juicy, while the bread salad is crispy and flavorful. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it is also easy to make. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give chicken paillards with schmaltz bread salad a try.
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