Chicken With Tonnato Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Tonnato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 3 garlic cloves, minced and divided; 24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 tablespoon olive oil; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons capers; 1 anchovy fillet; 1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained; 4 cups arugula

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves, minced and divided
24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons capers
1 anchovy fillet
1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
4 cups arugula

1
In a large, plastic storage bag, combine 1 tablespoon lemon juice, oregano, and 2 minced garlic cloves; add chicken and marinate at least 10 minutes.
2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat; season chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Cook chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side; let stand 5 minutes, then cut into 1/4 inch slices and set aside.
4
In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, capers, anchovy, and tuna; process until smooth.
5
Arrange arugula on each of 4 serving plates.
6
Top with chicken slices and either spoon some tonnato sauce on top or serve on the side.

596

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 3 garlic cloves, minced and divided, 24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Tonnato Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Tonnato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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