Chicken in light yogurt
Description
Looking for original recipe ideas to bring to the table? Here are some tips for making an excellent chicken main course. Sometimes, just a few unique combinations are all it takes to create a delicious and unique dish .
There are a thousand ways to cook chicken: don’t just stick with chicken breasts, but use your imagination. Yogurt and chicken might seem like a daring combination. However, simple chicken bites take on an intriguing flavor when paired with creamy plain yogurt , perfect for anyone who wants to satisfy their taste buds without feeling too heavy. Yogurt chicken is also excellent for an impromptu dinner because it’s simple to make and guaranteed to be a hit with all your guests. The unique thing about this dish is that the yogurt sauce makes the meat even more tender, allowing you to create a truly delicious creamy sauce.
Serve the chicken bites with brown rice and add a touch of freshness with the yogurt sauce with chives and lime. You’ll impress your guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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- Brown rice 200 g
- Chicken breast 500 g
- Wholemeal breadcrumbs 200 g
- Arborea A-yo Creamy White Yogurt 500 g
- Chives q.b.
- Lime q.b.
- Extra virgin olive oil q.b.
- Salt q.b.
- Pepper q.b.
Instructions
- 1 The first thing to do to make this tasty dish is to cook the brown rice: put a pot with plenty of water on the stove and bring to a boil, then add a handful of salt, then the brown rice, and let it cook over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- 2 While you're waiting for the rice to cook, prepare the yogurt sauce: pour the plain yogurt into a bowl, then wash the lime and grate the zest into the bowl with the yogurt. Then, finely chop a sprig of chives and add them to the yogurt, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide the sauce into two parts: refrigerate one part and set aside the other in a bowl.
- 3 Take the chicken breast, cut it into cubes, and marinate the pieces in the reserved yogurt sauce. Cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate, and let rest for about an hour.
- 4 Shake off any excess sauce and coat the bites in breadcrumbs. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet, then add the diced chicken breast and brown over high heat, covered. Alternatively, you can bake the bites in the oven. Serve the bites with brown rice and a few spoonfuls of yogurt sauce.
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Did You Know?
Soft and delicately flavored , these yogurt chicken bites are really easy to prepare and are an alternative to more classic chicken main course recipes.
The recipe requires little preparation and very few ingredients , which is why it’s a favorite among those who don’t have much time to dedicate to cooking but still want to prepare a delicious dish. It’s perfect even for the most inexperienced cooks.
Here are some useful tips for preparation:
Chicken breast bites with yogurt can be served hot or cold and paired with a variety of side dishes. For example, paired with slices of
carasau bread
or vegetables, such as
mashed potatoes
, they become a light yet flavorful dish , ideal for a summer lunch or dinner. If you prefer, you can also replace the bites with chicken thighs.
The secret to perfect preparation is to marinate the chicken in the yogurt for at least an hour in the refrigerator. This step will allow the chicken to absorb the flavor of the sauce and remain tender and creamy during cooking.
If you want a tastier result , don’t marinate the chicken pieces in yogurt. Instead, once cleaned, quickly dredge them in flour . Then, shake off the excess flour and, once breaded, transfer them to a pan with hot oil. If you like, you can add dried fruit such as pine nuts, pistachios, or almonds, which will help make the meat even crispier.
Once the yogurt cream is ready, pour it into the pan and stir gently over low heat. It only takes a few minutes of cooking to obtain a well-blended and super creamy dish .
If you like a bolder flavor, you can add a pinch of chili pepper, saffron, or even ginger to the sauce, for those who love it. If you want an even fresher yogurt sauce, replace the chives with mint .
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