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Modern Chicken Carpaccio

Refreshing Chicken Carpaccio with a Zesty Citrus Dressing

2servings
21 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Modern Chicken Carpaccio

About this recipe

Discover an elegant and modern twist on chicken carpaccio, featuring thinly sliced grilled chicken with a vibrant lemon-lime dressing and garnished with fresh herbs. Perfect as a light appetizer or a chic party dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley) for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.

  3. 3

    Brush a grill pan with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Grill the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked and marked.

  5. 5

    Let the chicken rest before slicing thinly.

  6. 6

    Zest the lemon and lime, then squeeze their juice.

  7. 7

    Mix zest and juice with olive oil for the dressing.

  8. 8

    Arrange chicken slices on a platter, drizzle with dressing, and garnish with herbs.

Chef's tip

Ensure chicken is cooked through to eliminate any harmful bacteria while maintaining a tender texture.

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