Source: Timolina, AdobeStockIt's hard to find a more versatile ingredient than chicken fillet. You can literally cook anything from it – main courses, appetizers, salads, or soups. And don't limit yourself to just the usual cutlets or nuggets. In our selection, you'll find 20 of the best, original, and simple recipes!
1. Chicken Fillet with Spinach and Cheese
Source: pinterest.comThe kind of dish that will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 150 g spinach, 50 g hard cheese, 50 g cream cheese, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté spinach with garlic until soft, mix it with cream cheese and season. Season the chicken fillet separately, make incisions, and stuff with the filling. Sprinkle with grated cheese, place on parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
2. Creamy Chicken Soup
Source: cookpad.comEven cooks with limited culinary skills can easily prepare this.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 400 g potatoes, 150 g carrots, 200 g onions, 3 cloves garlic, 300 ml cream, 1.2 l water, salt, spices.
Preparation: Blend the chopped chicken fillet, gradually adding 1.5-2 cups of water – you should get a smooth, thick puree. Chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté until soft. Add the minced garlic and fry for another 3 minutes.
Boil the remaining water with finely chopped potatoes, add the sautéed vegetables, and cook for 7 minutes. Stirring constantly, add the chicken mixture and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
Drain some liquid from the pot and blend the soup until smooth. Pour in the hot cream and, if needed, a little broth to achieve the desired consistency. Bring the soup to a boil again, season, and remove from heat.
3. Chicken, Potato, and Tomato Bake
Source: AdobeStockA complete main course for a family dinner or a festive table.
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 4 potatoes, 1-2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 100 g hard cheese, 2 eggs, 100 g full-fat sour cream, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the potatoes thinly and arrange them in a baking dish. Season and add the finely chopped chicken fillet. Separately, whisk eggs, sour cream, and spices, then add half of the grated cheese. Pour this mixture over the dish and top with onion rings, then tomatoes. Bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for another 20 minutes.
4. Chicken Fillet Pâté
Source: dzen.ruClassic meat pâté with butter.
You will need: 750 g chicken fillet, 2 carrots, 3 onions, 2 cloves garlic, 150 g butter, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop and season the chicken fillet, fry until cooked, and set aside. In the same pan, sauté the chopped vegetables. Transfer everything to a blender, add soft butter, and blend the pâté until smooth.
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5. Chicken Fillet with Cheese and Herbs Wrapped in Bacon
Source: rutube.ruThe best way to make baked fillet extra juicy is to wrap it in bacon.
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 4 slices bacon, 50-80 g hard cheese, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Cut and butterfly the chicken fillet, lightly pound and season. Add herbs and grated cheese, then roll it into a roulade with the filling inside. Wrap the preparation with bacon slices, place everything in an ovenproof dish, cover with foil, and bake for 35-40 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
6. Chicken Fillet and Milk Bake
Source: mirtesen.ruAn easy-to-make and very tasty protein-rich casserole.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 200 ml milk, 2 eggs, 50 g hard cheese, 80 g flour, 1 tsp baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the chicken fillet and grate the cheese. Whisk eggs with milk and spices, add sifted flour with baking powder, and mix. Fold the chicken and cheese into the batter. Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
7. Chicken Fillet Meatloaf
Source: liveinternet.ruUse fattier cream, and the finished meatloaf will definitely not be dry.
You will need: 600 g chicken fillet, 100 ml cream, 1 egg, 1 onion, 3 tbsp oat flakes, 1 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tsp mustard, 2-3 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Mince the chicken fillet using a meat grinder or blender. Pour warm cream over the oat flakes and let sit for 20 minutes. Mince the onion and garlic. Thoroughly mix all ingredients until smooth, place the mixture in an ovenproof dish, and brush with tomato sauce. Cook the meatloaf for 40-45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Chicken Fillet Salad with Grapes and Celery
Source: dzen.ruInstead of walnuts, you can also use almonds or other nuts.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 100 g grapes, 2 celery stalks, 40 g walnuts, 2 green onion stalks, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil and chop the chicken fillet. Halve the grapes, mince the celery, and chop the walnuts with green onions. Dress the salad with mayonnaise and serve.
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9. Chicken Fillet and Walnut Spread
Source: vk.comIf desired, add a little more chopped cilantro or parsley.
You will need: 600 g chicken fillet, 100 g walnuts, 1 carrot, 1-2 onions, 100 g butter, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, spices.
Preparation: Boil chicken fillet and carrot until cooked. Chop and sauté onion until golden. Grind walnuts into crumbs. Transfer all ingredients to a blender and blend the spread until smooth.
10. Chicken Muffins with Cheese and Herbs
Source: pinterest.comClassic homemade kefir muffins don't necessarily have to be sweet.
You will need: 300 ml kefir, 350 g chicken fillet, 3 eggs, 100 g hard cheese, 1 onion, 1 bunch herbs, 300 g flour, 0.5 tsp baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté onion until golden. Finely chop chicken fillet, mince herbs, and grate cheese. Whisk eggs with kefir, then add sifted dry ingredients. Combine all ingredients and pour the mixture into muffin molds. Bake for 30-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
11. Braised Chicken Fillet in Sour Cream and Tomato Sauce
Source: dzen.ruExcellent with any side dish, from potatoes to spaghetti.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 6 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Cut chicken fillet into strips and fry until golden. Add minced onion, garlic, and grated carrot, and fry for another 3 minutes. Mix sour cream, tomato paste, 1.5 cups water, and spices. Pour the resulting sauce over the chicken and simmer for 15 minutes, covered, over low heat.
12. Zucchini and Chicken Draniki (Pancakes)
Source: AdobeStockA wonderful recipe that won't take much time to prepare.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 1 zucchini, 2 eggs, 100 g hard cheese, 4 sprigs herbs, spices.
Preparation: Mince the chicken fillet through a meat grinder, and grate the zucchini and cheese. Squeeze excess liquid from the zucchini, mince the herbs, and mix all ingredients. If the mixture is too liquid, add a little flour. Spoon the draniki onto a hot pan and fry on both sides.
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13. Cottage Cheese Bake with Chicken Fillet
Source: rutube.ruA diet-friendly, protein-rich casserole – a real find for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 300 g chicken fillet, 3 eggs, 80 g hard cheese, garlic, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Boil chicken fillet until cooked, cool, and mince. Mash cottage cheese with eggs, grate cheese, mince garlic and herbs. Mix all ingredients except the hard cheese. Transfer the mixture to an ovenproof dish, sprinkle with cheese, and cook for approximately 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
14. Chicken Fillet and Avocado Salad
Source: fb.ruThe ideal recipe for those who follow a healthy diet.
You will need: 300 g chicken fillet, 1-2 avocados, 3 eggs, 100 g spinach, yogurt, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Pre-boil chicken fillet and eggs and let them cool. Dice all ingredients and mix with spinach. Dress the salad with yogurt, season, and sprinkle with chopped herbs.
15. Chicken Roulade with Vegetables and Cheese
Source: minusl.deSurprising and delightful with a successful combination of ingredients.
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 50 g bell pepper, 50 g tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 3 sprigs herbs, vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut the chicken fillet into thin slices, arrange them overlapping on plastic wrap, pound lightly, and season. Mince vegetables, garlic, herbs, and cheese. Lightly sauté bell pepper with garlic. Place all the filling on the chicken layer and tightly roll it up. Brush with oil, wrap in foil, and bake for 30 minutes in the oven at 220 degrees Celsius.
16. Noodles with Chicken Fillet and Vegetables
Source: postila.ruYou can use any noodles of your choice.
You will need: 400 g chicken fillet, 300 g noodles, 1 bell pepper, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 handfuls green beans, 2 cloves garlic, 5 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce, 1 bunch green onions, ginger, chili, spices.
Preparation: Cook noodles according to package instructions and rinse. Cut vegetables into julienne strips, mince garlic, and optionally, ginger and chili. Cut chicken fillet into thin strips.
Sauté onion with garlic until translucent, then add chicken with the rest of the vegetables and chopped green onions. Stir-fry until the chicken turns white. Then pour in both sauces and approximately 120 ml of water. Simmer everything for 15-20 minutes, covered, add the cooked noodles, season, mix, and heat for another 3 minutes.
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17. Rice Fritters with Boiled Chicken Fillet
Source: youtube.comA good recipe when you want something simple but new.
You will need: 300 g rice, 200 g chicken fillet, 2-3 eggs, 1 bunch herbs, 3 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Pre-cook rice and chicken fillet and let them cool. Finely chop the fillet, mince the herbs, and mix all ingredients. Spoon the fritters onto a pan and fry them on both sides.
18. Pasta Bake with Chicken Fillet
Source: mirtesen.ruAnother inexpensive and accessible dish for every day!
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 250 g pasta, 1-2 tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, 150 ml sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Place dry pasta in a greased ovenproof dish. Chop and season the chicken fillet, add it on top along with tomato pieces. Mix sour cream and 250 ml water, pour this mixture over the dish, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Cover with foil and bake for half an hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Then remove the foil and cook the bake for another 15-20 minutes.
19. Chopped Chicken Fillet Cutlets
Source: dzen.ruChopped cutlets have a completely different texture, so it's a separate delight!
You will need: 800 g chicken fillet, 200 g onion, 2 eggs, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp flour, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Very finely chop the chicken fillet, mince the onion and herbs, and thoroughly mix all ingredients. Form cutlets and, if desired, roll them in breadcrumbs. Fry the cutlets over medium heat on both sides.
20. Honey Chicken Fillet
Source: ok.ruThe taste of this Asian dish will surprise you with its sophistication, and the preparation method with its simplicity.
You will need: 300 g chicken fillet, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 cloves garlic, spices, sesame seeds.
Preparation: Cut chicken fillet into pieces and marinate them in soy sauce with garlic and spices for about 1 hour. Melt honey in a small amount of oil in a pan, add the chicken, and fry until golden over low heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.