Golden Garlic and Saffron Pan-Fried Chicken Fillets
Tender chicken fillets marinated in garlic, pan-fried in saffron-infused oil until beautifully golden. A simple, comforting recipe that delivers big flavour with minimal effort — perfect for busy weeknights.
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 5 medium chicken fillets, tenderized with a mallet
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 pinch saffron
- 1 pinch fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 generous pinch ground black pepper
- ½ onion, sliced into rings
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
- Salt to taste
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Directions
- 1
Rub the chicken fillets with salt and crushed garlic. Let them marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature so the flavours can infuse.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and stir in the saffron. Allow the oil to turn a warm golden colour before adding the chicken.
- 3
Place the fillets in the hot skillet and cook, turning them regularly to ensure even browning on both sides.
- 4
When the fillets are almost done, scatter the black pepper, parsley and onion rings evenly across the pan.
- 5
Keep turning the fillets until they are fully golden. Remove from heat as soon as the colour is right and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
Tenderizing the fillets before marinating helps the seasoning penetrate deeper and speeds up cooking time. Avoid crowding the pan — cook in batches if needed to achieve a proper golden crust.
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