CHICKEN WITH TONNATO SAUCE

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A variation on the classic Italian Vitello Tonnato, which is thin slices of veal with a sauce made from tuna, lemon juice, mayonnaise, capers, and anchovy. The sauce is very easy to make in your food processor.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves, minced and divided
24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons capers
1 anchovy fillet
1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
4 cups arugula

Steps:

  • In a large, plastic storage bag, combine 1 tablespoon lemon juice, oregano, and 2 minced garlic cloves; add chicken and marinate at least 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat; season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cook chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side; let stand 5 minutes, then cut into 1/4 inch slices and set aside.
  • In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, capers, anchovy, and tuna; process until smooth.
  • Arrange arugula on each of 4 serving plates.
  • Top with chicken slices and either spoon some tonnato sauce on top or serve on the side.

Babar Bhatti
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Ilmuddin Depar
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise, but the tonnato sauce in this recipe was surprisingly light and flavorful. I really enjoyed it.


Liyema Bongwana
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is savory and the sauce is tangy and creamy. It's a perfect balance.


ATTA SURBANA
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Noah Beckman
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The tonnato sauce added a unique and delicious flavor to the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Zain Raja
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This dish is perfect for summer. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a picnic or a barbecue.


selma mberirua
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Tim Smith
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Latoya Hardy
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise, but the tonnato sauce in this recipe was surprisingly light and flavorful. I really enjoyed it.


Butt Ustad
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is savory and the sauce is tangy and creamy. It's a perfect balance.


Valarie Kimeli
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


md rofik mia
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The tonnato sauce added a unique and delicious flavor to the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Imam Deen
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with chicken breasts, chicken thighs, and even leftover rotisserie chicken. It always turns out great.


Munib khan
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and tangy. I received so many compliments on this dish.


RITOM BHOWMIK
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the tender chicken and the flavorful sauce. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and elegant dish.


Fatima Queen
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken with sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The tonnato sauce was so light and refreshing, and it complemented the chicken perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Keri Sikora
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. My family loved it!


Kamal Neupane
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This chicken with tonnato sauce was a delightful dish! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially appreciated the simplicity of the recipe, which made it easy to prepare even on a busy weeknight.