Baked chicken with apple garnish

2 servings

40 minutes

Baked chicken with apple garnish is a refined dish of American cuisine that combines the tenderness of chicken fillet with the refreshing tartness of green apples. The golden crust of the meat, sealed during frying, retains its juiciness, while aromatic herbs add depth to the flavor. The apple garnish, slightly caramelized and enhanced with lime juice, brings balance between sweetness and acidity, highlighting the tenderness of the chicken. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive table setting, impressing with its harmonious taste and elegant presentation. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks, while the sophisticated combination of ingredients turns it into a true gastronomic masterpiece.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 458
• Proteins: 47.1g
• Fats: 22.8g
• Carbohydrates: 12.2g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Chicken fillet: 2 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Mixture of herbs: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Green apples: 1 pc
• Lime juice: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic with herbs: thyme, oregano, basil, etc.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Mixture of herbs:  to taste

2. Place the chicken fillet in the pan and quickly fry it on both sides over high heat until a golden crust forms. This will help keep the meat juicy inside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 2 pieces

3. Cook the fillet in the oven at 200 degrees until ready.

4. For the garnish, remove the cores from the apples and slice them. Sauté in a pan and drizzle with lime juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green apples: 1 piece
   • Lime juice:  to taste

5. Serve the chicken fillet on a plate, placing it over the apple garnish.