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Citrus Chicken Strips

17/11/2023

I’ll be happy to help you with the recipe for citrus chicken strips. This dish combines the freshness of citrus with the delicacy of chicken for a light and aromatic result. Let’s take a look at the ingredients needed and how to proceed.

Ingredients

  • 400 g of chicken breast
  • 1 orange
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 lime
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Extra virgin olive oil as needed
  • Salt as needed
  • Pepper as needed
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Start by cutting the chicken breast into thin strips, or “straccetti.” Set them aside.
  2. Wash the citrus fruits well. Grate a bit of their zest, making sure to only take the colored and fragrant part, avoiding the bitter white underneath. Squeeze the juice of the orange, lemon, and lime and set aside.
  3. Take a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and brown a whole garlic clove, which you will then remove.
  4. Add the chicken strips to the pan and cook over medium-high heat until they are uniformly golden brown.
  5. Season the strips with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Lower the heat and add the citrus juice and grated zest.
  7. Let cook for a few minutes until the sauce has slightly reduced, stirring occasionally to allow the chicken to uniformly absorb the flavors.
  8. Once the chicken is cooked and the citrus sauce has thickened, remove the chicken from the heat.
  9. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley to garnish before serving.

This recipe is quite simple and quick, perfect for a light yet tasty lunch or dinner.

Curiosity

It is said that the use of citrus in cooking has very ancient roots and has been influenced, over the centuries, by trade and maritime explorations. Each citrus fruit adds a touch of freshness and aroma that can awaken a dish. In this case, the citrusy touch of lemon, orange, and lime creates a pleasant contrast with the delicate flavor of the chicken.

If you wish to pair this dish with a wine, I would suggest a light and aromatic white wine, such as a Vermentino or a Sauvignon Blanc, which will complement the freshness of the citrus without overpowering the dish.