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Australian Lemon Myrtle Chicken Skillet With Finger Lime Glaze

Name: Australian Lemon Myrtle Chicken Skillet With Finger Lime Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients: 1.5 lb halal boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat; 1 tsp ground lemon myrtle; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 clove garlic, minced; 0.5 cup halal chicken stock; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp finger lime pearls, fresh; 2 cup baby spinach, fresh; 0.75 tsp fine salt

Tender chicken thighs pan-seared with aromatic lemon myrtle and finished in a vibrant finger lime honey glaze.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min

Technique to learn

Pan-searing and deglazing

Cooking proteins at high heat to form a savory crust, then using liquid to dissolve caramelized pan drippings into a flavorful glaze.

Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly on all sides with salt and ground lemon myrtle.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until glistening.
Step 3: Add chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to 165°F (74°C).

Step 4: Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, then reduce skillet heat to medium and add minced garlic, stirring for 30 seconds.

Step 5: Pour in halal chicken stock and honey, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced slightly.

Step 6: Stir in baby spinach until wilted, then gently fold in finger lime pearls and remove from heat.

Step 7: Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the glaze and citrus pearls over the top before serving.

Cooking tips

Finger lime pearls add fresh citrus bursts, so fold them in right at the end to keep their texture intact.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Australian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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