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Herb-Roasted Chicken with Savory Egg Yolk Topping

Delightfully Herb-Infused Chicken with Creamy Egg Garnish

2servings
50 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Herb-Roasted Chicken with Savory Egg Yolk Topping

About this recipe

This modern take on a classic chicken dish features succulent, herb-roasted chicken breasts topped with creamy chopped egg yolks. Infused with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors that's both nutritious and pleasing to the palate.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breasts
  • 4 fresh egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, and basil in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with the spice mixture on both sides.

  4. 4

    Arrange the chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, until fully cooked.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a gentle boil and cook the egg yolks for 6 minutes. Let cool.

  6. 6

    Remove the chicken from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

  7. 7

    Carefully peel and finely chop the cooled egg yolks.

  8. 8

    Plate the sliced chicken, delicately scattering the chopped egg yolks on top before serving.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight with the spice rub.

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