Crispy Feta Lemon Chicken (Impression)

Golden fried feta tops soft, seasoned chicken and sweet peppers, all brightened with a citrusy lemon dressing.

# Liste des ingrédients:

→ Protein

01 - 225g block of feta cheese, dried lightly with a paper towel
02 - 454g chicken tenders without skin or bones

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 ½ fresno peppers, deseeded and thinly sliced
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 shallots, thinly sliced
06 - 4 bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange), cut into strips

→ Herbs and Seasonings

07 - 1 tsp powdered ginger
08 - 2 tsp whole cumin seeds
09 - ¾ cup chopped herbs (dill, parsley, and cilantro)
10 - Chili flakes for heat, use as much or as little as you like
11 - Black pepper and kosher salt, adjust to your liking
12 - 2 tsp smoked paprika

→ Pantry Items

13 - Cooked rice (use if you'd like as a side)
14 - ¼ cup cornstarch for the feta
15 - 4 tablespoons olive oil for marinating

→ Vinaigrette

16 - ⅓ cup olive oil
17 - 1 tbsp champagne vinegar
18 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
19 - 2 tsp honey for a touch of sweetness

# Étapes de préparation:

01 - Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and let it heat up.
02 - On a large baking tray, toss the chicken with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, cumin, paprika, ginger, chili flakes, and a little salt and pepper. Mix in the sliced peppers, shallots, and garlic to coat everything evenly.
03 - Let the chicken and vegetables bake for around 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the veggies are tender.
04 - As the tray bakes, dredge the feta in cornstarch using a small bowl. Heat a skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium heat. Cook each side of the feta for 2-3 minutes until crispy. Set it on a plate.
05 - Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and honey in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Serve the chicken and roasted veggies over rice, if you’d like, then sprinkle with fresh herbs. Crumble the crispy feta on top and spoon over some vinaigrette.

# Informations complémentaires:

01 - The crunchy feta gives a great contrast to the soft veggies and juicy chicken.
02 - Want it hotter? Add more fresno peppers or extra chili flakes.