Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites: 8 Steps to Flavorful Delight!
A delightful, tangy twist on chicken bites, marinated with fresh lemon zest and garlic, served with a creamy dill yogurt dip.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Marinade
- 2 lbs chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice from about 4 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
Breading
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
Dill Yogurt Dip
- 1 cup greek yogurt full-fat
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Marination Process
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
Breading and Cooking
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, and black pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken pieces in breadcrumb mixture, pressing down for an even coating.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Dip Preparation
- In a small bowl, combine greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, and honey. Mix until smooth.
Serving
- Serve chicken bites immediately with dill yogurt dip on the side.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.