Golden Curry Chicken Fillets with Melted Cheese
A fragrant and comforting dish that fills your kitchen with incredible aromas! Chicken fillets marinated in curry and lemon, coated with creamy mayonnaise and baked under a golden cheese crust — big flavour with minimal effort. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 500 g (1.1 lb) chicken breast fillets
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 60 g (2 oz) grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
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Directions
- 1
Combine lemon juice with crushed garlic, curry powder, salt and pepper. Coat the chicken fillets thoroughly with this marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat your oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the marinated fillets in a single layer.
- 3
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise over each fillet. Sprinkle generously with grated cheese and dot small pieces of butter between the fillets.
- 4
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through. Serve hot with a green salad or steamed rice.
💡 Chef's Tip
Add a pinch of smoked paprika to the marinade for extra depth. Sour cream or crème fraîche can replace the mayonnaise for a lighter result.
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