Grilled Lemon-Dijon Chicken Thighs With Arugula Sal

Name: Grilled Lemon-Dijon Chicken Thighs With Arugula Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic; Cooking spray; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1 (5-ounce) package baby arugula

Servings: persons

4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 (5-ounce) package baby arugula

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Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Combine chicken, 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, juice, Dijon, and garlic in a bowl; toss to coat. Let stand 4 minutes. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add chicken to pan; grill 5 minutes on each side or until done. Place chicken on a cutting board. Cut chicken into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
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Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, shallots, vinegar, and honey in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk to dissolve honey. Add tomatoes and arugula; toss to coat. Place 1 1/2 cups arugula mixture on each of 4 plates; top evenly with sliced chicken.
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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided, 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Grilled Lemon-Dijon Chicken Thighs With Arugula Salad falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Lemon-Dijon Chicken Thighs With Arugula Salad

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