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Exotic Saffron Citrus-Infused Chicken


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  • Author: Chef Lalya

Description

A flavorful chicken dish infused with exotic saffron and vibrant citrus flavors, perfect for a special occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve saffron threads in warm water and set aside for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the saffron liquid, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
  5. Place the marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked and tender.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.