Juicy chicken fillets crowned with a golden, savoury egg and cheese topping make a dinner that is both comforting and effortless. The topping melts into a rich, bubbling crust while the tomatoes and herbs keep every bite fresh and bright. It is a one-tray wonder that feels special enough for guests yet easy enough for any weeknight.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken fillets
- Salt and paprika
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 150 g (1 1/2 cups) grated cheese
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh herbs
- Salt and pepper
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- Split each fillet into 2, pound lightly if you like, and season both sides with salt and paprika.
- Mix the eggs, cheese, onion, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and mayonnaise for the topping.
- Pile the topping generously onto the fillets and bake at 180 C (350 F) for about 40 minutes.
Tips
Do not overbake — remove the fillets as soon as the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through, so they stay juicy. For more cheesy chicken dinners, try our Baked Chicken Rolls with Cheese and Breaded Chicken with Mushroom Cheese Sauce. For baking basics, Allrecipes is a useful reference.
Let the fillets rest for a few minutes before serving, and scatter extra fresh herbs on top for colour and flavour. The topping also works well with a pinch of smoked paprika or a little mustard mixed into the mayonnaise.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 115 kcal, protein 13 g, fat 6 g, carbs 2 g.