Chicken Fillet with Orange Cheese Crust

Chicken fillet in orange marinade with cheese crust. Chicken fillet is the most dietary part of chicken, so it can be included in the menu of those who are not suitable for fatty meats. In addition, the dish is prepared in the oven. The chicken fillet is tender, not dry, with an unusual aroma and taste of spicy orange. The dish looks elegant, so it can be served to guests.
cook time: 2h
Noah Merrick
Chicken Fillet with Orange Cheese Crust

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

142
Calories
7g
Fat
2g
Carbs
18g
Protein

Ingredients (4 portions)

Basic:

Olive oil 2 tbsp
Salt to taste
Oranges 2 pc
Hard cheese 130 g
Parsley to taste
Chicken fillet 800 g
Basil 1.5 tsp
Herbal mixture (Provencal herbs) g

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
Ingredients.

Step 2

Step 2
Wash the chicken fillet and dry it well. Cut into portions of the desired size. You can cut each fillet lengthwise into two parts.

Step 3

Step 3
Wash the oranges well. Squeeze juice from one fruit. You can use a citrus juicer.

Step 4

Step 4
Prepare the marinade. Combine orange juice with olive oil, salt, finely chopped parsley, Provençal herbs and basil. Mix the mixture well.

Step 5

Step 5
Place the chicken fillet in a convenient container and pour in the marinade. It is desirable that the fillet be covered with liquid as much as possible; this must be taken into account when choosing dishes. Leave the fillet to marinate for 1-1.5 hours. During this time, the chicken will be soaked in orange juice, which will make it softer, and the aromatic herbs will open up a little.

Step 6

Step 6
Then place the chicken fillet along with the marinade in a baking dish.

Step 7

Step 7
Cut the orange into thin slices.

Step 8

Step 8
Place orange slices between the fillet pieces and on top.

Step 9

Step 9
Place in an oven preheated to 200 degrees for 35-40 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 10

Step 10
Grate the cheese on a coarse grater.

Step 11

Step 11
Sprinkle the dish evenly with grated cheese on top and place in the oven for another 10-15 minutes. We are waiting for the cheese to melt. Serve the chicken fillet hot with any side dish or fresh vegetables. Bon appetit!

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