TZATZIKI CHICKEN

Tzatziki Chicken image

I like to make classic chicken recipes for my family but the real fun is trying a fresh new twist. -Krisen Heigl, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled English cucumber
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
CHICKEN:
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg
1/3 cup 2% milk
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

For sauce, mix the first 6 ingredients; refrigerate until serving., In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, salt, pepper and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Dip in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then again in flour mixture., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and juices run clear, 5-7 minutes per side. Top with cheese. Serve with sauce and, if desired, lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 737mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.