Holiday Black Pepper Chicken (Printable)

Tender black pepper chicken paired with crisp greens and a tangy yogurt dressing for a festive meal.

# What You Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lb)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ For the Salad

07 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, romaine)
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
10 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
13 - ¼ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped

→ For the Yogurt Dressing

14 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
15 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - 1 teaspoon honey
18 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
20 - ½ teaspoon salt
21 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Combine olive oil, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Rub evenly over both sides of dry chicken breasts.
02 - Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill or sear chicken 6 to 8 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat, cover loosely, and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into strips.
03 - In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts.
04 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, black pepper, salt, and chopped herbs until smooth.
05 - Plate the salad, top with warm sliced chicken, and drizzle generously with the yogurt dressing. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Boldly seasoned black pepper chicken adds warmth and depth.
  • Crisp fresh vegetables and pomegranate seeds create a festive, colorful crunch.
  • The tangy yogurt dressing ties all flavors together with a refreshing creaminess.
  • Quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy holiday entertaining.
  • Gluten-free and packed with protein, suitable for many dietary needs.
02 -
  • Verwenden Sie frisch gemahlenen schwarzen Pfeffer für das intensivste Aroma.
  • Die Salatgurke vor der Verarbeitung entkernen, um überschüssige Feuchtigkeit zu vermeiden.
  • Der Joghurt-Dressing lässt sich gut im Voraus zubereiten und kurz vor dem Servieren frisch vermischen.
  • Den Grill oder die Pfanne gut vorheizen, um eine schöne Kruste auf dem Hähnchen zu erzielen.
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