For a meal that’s both flavorful and effortless, Baked Chicken with Lemon-Chive Sauce is the perfect choice. This recipe combines tender, crispy chicken strips with a zesty lemon-chive sauce, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors. The chicken is coated in a gluten-free breadcrumb mix, baked to a golden crisp, and served with a creamy sauce made from coconut yogurt, fresh chives, and a splash of lemon. Whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight dinner or preparing a tasty lunch, this dish is sure to impress. Let’s get cooking and enjoy a delicious, wholesome meal!
Recipe
Serves 2
For the chicken:
10.6 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 egg
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. paprika
1 tbsp. garlic powder
0.7 oz. gluten-free all purpose flour
2.1 oz. gluten-free breadcrumbs
For the sauce:
2 tbsp. chives, chopped
3.5 oz. coconut yogurt
½ lemon, juice & zest
How to Prepare
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized strips.
Crack the egg into a bowl and whisk together with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
First cover chicken into the flour, then into the egg and spice mixture, and finally into the breadcrumbs.
Place the chicken onto the baking sheet and drizzle over the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Place the baking sheet into the hot oven and bake the chicken for 7 minutes.
Remove from the oven and flip the chicken pieces over and bake for a further 10 minutes until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
Meanwhile, place the chives, coconut yogurt, lemon juice and ½ of the lemon zest into a bowl, season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine
Serve the chicken immediately, with the lemon-chive dipping sauce.
