Dinner Tonight: Flattened Chicken With Tomato-Saffr

Name: Dinner Tonight: Flattened Chicken With Tomato-Saffron Vinaigrette On Arugula Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/16 teaspoon saffron; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup shallots, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped; 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts; 1 bunch arugula; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Combine the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon of the paprika, and the saffron in a bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the shallots, 1/2 tablespoon of the thyme, and the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
2
Flatten the chicken breasts with a mallet or the bottom of a large skillet. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper and the rest of the paprika and thyme.
3
Pour the rest of the oil into a skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts, skin-side down. Cook for about 5 minutes, then flip and cook on the other side. Check for done-ness using a meat thermometer. Cook for an additional two minutes a side if necessary.
4
Add a handful of arugula to two plates. Top each with a chicken breast. Spoon on some of the tomato-saffron vinaigrette.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/16 teaspoon saffron, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Dinner Tonight: Flattened Chicken With Tomato-Saffron Vinaigrette On Arugula Recipe falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Dinner Tonight: Flattened Chicken With Tomato-Saffron Vinaigrette On Arugula Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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