Garlic chicken cushions are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This dish is made with chicken breasts that are pounded thin and then coated in a mixture of garlic, lemon zest, and olive oil. The chicken is then cooked in a hot skillet until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Garlic chicken cushions can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GARLIC CHICKEN
Simple to make, just dip and bake! Garlicky goodness in a breaded chicken dish. Yum!
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Heat olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer garlic and oil to a shallow bowl.
- Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a separate shallow bowl.
- Dip chicken breasts in the olive oil-garlic mixture using tongs; transfer to bread crumb mixture and turn to evenly coat. Transfer coated chicken to a shallow baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink and juices run clear, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 261.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
GARLIC CHICKEN CUSHIONS
The chicken is stuffed with creamy ricotta, spinach, and garlic and then gently cooked in a rich tomato sauce. This is a really easy chicken dish that looks impressive and tastes outstanding. This is a suitable dish to make ahead of time. You could even add Parmesan Cheese and Artichoke Slices to the stuffing for an even tastier Chicken!
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make a slit between the skin and meat on one side of each chicken breast.
- Put the spinach into a strainer and press out the water with a spoon and mix with the ricotta, half the garlic, and seasoning.
- Spoon the spinach mixture under the skin of each chicken breast, then secure the edge of the skin with toothpicks.
- Heat the oil in a skillet, add the onion, and fry for a minute, stirring.
- Add the remaining garlic and red bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes, wine or stock, olives and seasoning (Set the chicken aside and chill if preparing in advance).
- Bring the sauce to a boil, pour into a shallow ovenproof dish and arrange the chicken breasts on top in a single layer.
- Cook uncovered in a preheated oven 400 degrees for 35 minutes, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Spoon a little of the sauce over the chicken breasts then transfer to plates and serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.5, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 140.4, Sodium 729, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 41.5
40-CLOVE GARLIC CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken thighs, salt, pepper, mixed herb, shallots, garlic, dry vermouth, fresh parsley, dried tarragon, chicken stock
Provided by Ellie Holland
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pre-heat the oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Season the chicken with the salt, pepper and mixed herbs. Set aside.
- Heat some oil in a large pan and sear the chicken for about 10-15 minutes evenly on each side, until golden brown.
- Take the chicken out and set aside.
- Add the shallots and cook down in the remaining juices for about 5 minutes over a low-medium heat.
- Add the garlic cloves and gently cook them for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vermouth or white wine and gently cook so that it reduces slightly.
- Add the chicken, parsley sprigs and tarragon, followed by the chicken stock.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with crusty bread and vegetables of your choice.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 6 grams
GARLIC CHICKEN WITH HERBS
Pan-roasting garlic cloves turns them into rich, creamy deliciousness. This chicken is fantastic with crusty Italian bread or mashed potatoes on the side. -Kathy Fleming, Lisle, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; brown chicken on both sides. Remove from pan, reserving drippings., In same skillet, saute garlic in drippings over medium-high heat until light golden brown. Add wine and herbs; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Cook until mixture is almost evaporated. Add broth and chicken; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads at least 170°, 10-12 minutes., To serve, spoon pan juices over chicken. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For crispy chicken cushions, make sure to double-coat the chicken in flour, egg, and panko breadcrumbs. - If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use crushed cornflakes or crushed crackers as a substitute. - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - To make sure the chicken cushions are cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C). - Serve the chicken cushions with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce or plum sauce.Conclusion:
Garlic chicken cushions are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give garlic chicken cushions a try. You won't be disappointed!
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