Sesame-crusted Chicken
Crispy chicken breasts coated in toasted sesame seeds, served over fresh arugula with a squeeze of lemon. A quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Place the 2 chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with the 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2
Beat the 1 egg in a shallow dish. Spread the 1/2 cup sesame seeds on a plate. Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then press into the sesame seeds to coat both sides.
Step 3
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. The chicken should feel firm and reach 165°F.
Step 4
Divide the 4 cups arugula between two plates. Slice the chicken and place over the arugula.
Step 5
Cut the 1 lemon into wedges and serve alongside. Squeeze lemon over the chicken and arugula just before eating.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- meat pounder or rolling pin
- shallow dish
- plate
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