Chicken breast in kefir in the oven
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This simple recipe for chicken breast in kefir, baked in the oven, contains not a single drop of oil or added fat. Thanks to spices, the flavor can vary from spicy to hot, for example. It's a great hassle-free option for a family lunch or dinner. The finished dish can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash the chicken breast thoroughly under running water, then dry it with a paper towel. If necessary, remove the carcass, leaving only the fillet. Cut into medium pieces (however, you can bake the breasts whole or even into small cubes; in this case, the cooking time for this simple kefir-marinated chicken breast recipe in the oven will be slightly different).
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Step 2
2. Place in a deep bowl. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Paprika, chili pepper, turmeric, basil, and other dried or fresh herbs work particularly well for this dish.
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Step 3
3. Mix everything gently. Peel the garlic and finely dice (or press through a garlic press). Add to the chicken breast. Pour in the kefir and mix again. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes. The ideal option is to let it sit for about 2 hours.
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Step 4
4. Next, prepare a heatproof baking dish. Carefully transfer the chicken breasts into it. Pour the kefir marinade over the top. Place in the preheated oven and bake for at least 30 minutes at medium temperature. Then, you can slightly increase the temperature to brown the top (or use the grill function, for example).
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Step 5
5. That's the simple method for preparing chicken breast in kefir in the oven. Serve the dish with vegetables or side dishes of your choice.