Everything Bagel Crusted Chicken with Roasted Garlic Aioli

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
• 1 tsp Himalayan pink salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Roasted Garlic Aioli:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 head of garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp Himalayan pink salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Roasted Garlic:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Slice the top off a garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap it in foil.
   • Roast for 30-40 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool.

2. Prepare the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, mix everything bagel seasoning, Himalayan pink salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and panko breadcrumbs.
   • Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, then coat with the seasoning mixture.
   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
   • Transfer to a 375°F (190°C) oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp: 165°F or 74°C).

3. Make the Aioli:

   • Squeeze the roasted garlic into a bowl and mash it into a paste.
   • Mix with mayo, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Himalayan pink salt.

4. Serve:

   • Slice the crispy chicken and serve with a drizzle of roasted garlic aioli or as a dipping sauce on the side.
   • Pair with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.