SPICY, LEMONY CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CROUTONS AND GREENS
A post-marinade is exactly what it sounds like: a flavorful mixture you sink meat or fish into after it cooks. Often used with grilled meats, the technique works great with seared proteins as well, especially boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which don't have a lot of flavor on their own. These breasts are cooked using a combination sear-steam method that builds flavor and keeps lean breasts juicy. Finish with a tangy-spicy combination of lemon, garlic and red-pepper flakes and you'll reap all the benefits of a traditional marinade without having to plan ahead. If you have thinner breasts or cutlets, this is a particularly wonderful use for them, since they don't have a lot of time to pick up color and flavor before they cook through.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange the bread on a rimmed baking sheet; drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bake, turning once, until lightly golden and toasted, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons oil with the lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, red-pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside.
- In a 10-inch skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and add to skillet. Cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Add 1/4 cup water to skillet, cover, and continue to cook until chicken is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Uncover, remove from heat and add lemon juice mixture; turn chicken to coat.
- Tear each piece of bread in half and toss with lettuce; divide among plates. Top with chicken, and drizzle with the lemony pan juices.
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Nattabi hawah
[email protected]This dish was a disaster. The chicken was dry and overcooked, and the croutons were soggy.
Bishnu Prakash Shreesh
[email protected]I found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Ranja102
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I think it would be perfect for people who like spicy food.
Tamara Lawrence
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this dish was a winner. The chicken was cooked perfectly and it was so flavorful.
Calum Mcfee
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some grilled chicken and it was delicious.
kazi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of croutons, but I loved them in this dish. They were crispy and flavorful, and they added a nice crunch to the chicken.
Tony Ayomon
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get some veggies in. The greens are fresh and crisp, and they add a nice pop of color to the dish.
Trinitie Hurd
[email protected]I love the lemon-tahini dressing on this dish. It's tangy and refreshing, and it really complements the chicken and croutons.
Zagham Abbas
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chicken breasts. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the croutons add a nice crunch.
Asif Ad f
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use pantry staples to create a delicious meal.
Fahad Ibrahim
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the croutons. I will definitely be making this again.
Hamim Chowdhury
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. The croutons added a nice crunch and the greens were a great way to get some veggies in.
Lucretia Mokoto
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the croutons were crispy and flavorful. The greens were fresh and the lemon-tahini dressing was tangy and refreshing.
Yonitan Perez
[email protected]This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use pantry staples to create a delicious meal. The chicken is always juicy and the croutons are crispy. The greens are a great way to add some freshness to the dish.
Amani Bob
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. The chicken is always moist and juicy, and the croutons add a nice crunch. The greens are a great way to get some veggies in, and the lemon-tahini dressing is the perfect finishing touch.
Arlene Michel
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the croutons were crispy and flavorful. The greens were fresh and the lemon-tahini dressing was tangy and refreshing.
abuki Mahamad
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the chicken and the croutons. I will definitely be making this again.
Naveen Adulla
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunchy texture. The greens were fresh and crisp, and the lemon-tahini dressing was the perfect finishing touch.