Chicken with Arugula
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts paired with fresh arugula and a zesty lemon dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 320cal
Carbohydrate: 5g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
25 min Cook
45 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 5 cups fresh arugula
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Use an oven-safe skillet or a baking dish for this recipe.
- Lay the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board. Pat them dry using paper towels. Drying the chicken helps to achieve a nice sear.
- Season each side of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Make sure to season evenly for the best flavor.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet.
- Sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. This step is important for flavor and texture.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the arugula and lemon dressing: In a large bowl, combine the fresh arugula, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Toss until the arugula is well coated.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Resting helps retain the chicken’s juices.
- To serve, place a generous amount of arugula on each plate and top with a chicken breast. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle any remaining dressing over the chicken and arugula. Enjoy your delicious meal!
