Steamed lemon-garlic chicken with thyme is super healthy and full of flavor.
Steps
1
Preparing the Chicken
Ingredients
2 single chicken breasts, about 7 oz (200 g) each
1 to 2 cloves garlic
1 whole lemon
2 sprigs fresh thyme
sea salt (to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
1/8 tsp dry red chili flakes (optional)
First, set up a steamer. Fill with one inch of water and place over medium-high heat. Refer to the lessons on Steaming for more information, if necessary.
Next, emincé the garlic. Season both sides of the chicken breast with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with the garlic and chili flakes, if using. Zest the lemon over top of each breast. Remove the leaves from the thyme and sprinkle over top.
Spray the basket lightly with oil or line it with perforated parchment. Place the chicken breasts into the basket.
2
Steaming the Chicken
Ingredients
extra-virgin olive oil (optional)
Once the water comes to a simmer, place the basket over the water and cover with a lid.
Let the chicken steam for 5 to 10 minutes or until just cooked through.
Once done, remove from the steaming basket and plate. You can squeeze fresh lemon juice over top, along with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, if desired.
Serve with Steamed Kale and steamed baby potatoes, if desired.
8 Comments
Kitty A•
This recipe was wonderful and so juicy. I've not steamed meats before, just vegetables. What difference steaming makes, I'm hooked!!!!
Never thought about steaming chicken breast. Really good. Added a little sweet, spicy chilli paste on top before steaming instead of flakes and this worked great. Great way to cook chicken breast.
How much are the chicken breasts in grams? Would it be wise to dry brine the chicken breasts before steaming? How much olive oil and lemon juice to finish?
Hi Amy, I updated the recipe with the chicken breast weight; please take a look. Regarding dry brining, it can be effective; please give it a try and see how you like it. And the olive oil and lemon juice should be added according to your preference. Taste and make adjustments to suit your palate. Enjoy! ~Eric
Gavin A •Never thought about steaming chicken breast. Really good. Added a little sweet, spicy chilli paste on top before steaming instead of flakes and this worked great. Great way to cook chicken breast.
Eric W • Rouxbe Staff •Hi Amy, I updated the recipe with the chicken breast weight; please take a look. Regarding dry brining, it can be effective; please give it a try and see how you like it. And the olive oil and lemon juice should be added according to your preference. Taste and make adjustments to suit your palate. Enjoy! ~Eric