Chicken in mayonnaise sauce
Description
Thanks to the mayonnaise, the chicken meat becomes very tender and juicy, and when complemented with spices and seasonings to taste, you get a delicious dish—chicken in mayonnaise sauce made at home. This chicken can be stewed, baked, or, as in this version, fried with breading.
Instructions
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1. The main cooking process takes relatively little time, so this simple recipe for chicken in mayonnaise sauce can easily be called a quick option. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise (preferably homemade), liquid honey, mustard (regular or whole grain). Add a little salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried garlic.
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Step 2
2. Mix everything thoroughly to obtain a sauce of uniform consistency. Divide it into two parts—one will be used as a marinade, and the other served at the table as a sauce.
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Step 3
3. Wash and dry the chicken breasts. Cut into small cubes or long strips (depending on how the fillet will be prepared).
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Step 4
4. Combine the chicken (you can use not only chicken fillet but also other parts of the chicken) with the marinade, mix thoroughly, and place in the refrigerator. The chicken can marinate in this sauce for 30 minutes up to 10-12 hours.
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Step 5
5. Prepare the breadcrumbs. Optionally, add spices to the breadcrumbs for extra flavor and a more appealing color. Coat the marinated pieces in the breadcrumbs.
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Step 6
6. In this case, the chicken will be baked in the oven. To do this, place the fillets on a rack or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Step 7
7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Chicken in mayonnaise sauce takes about 25-45 minutes to cook at home, depending on the size of the pieces. Once a delicious crust has formed, the chicken can be removed and served with the sauce.
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8. This option is perfect not only as a main dish but also as a snack. Simply add some vegetables and wrap it in lavash, for example.