CHICKEN BREASTS IN GARLIC-MINT MARINADE
This is one of my signature recipes, made up one summer when I had an abundance of mint, including English Mint, Orange Mint, Ginger Mint, etc. Its at its best on the Barbeque. I'm often asked for the marinade recipe, and people are always amazed that the main herb is MINT! In my opinion, it is most underused in North America in main dishes.... Any way.... here it is
Provided by Merlebleu
Categories Poultry
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the mint, garlic, parsley and pepper in a food processor and coarsly chop.
- Add the olive oil and wine (or apple juice)
- Blend again. If you are using dried hot red pepper flakes, add it now, no need to chop it further.
- Place chicken breasts and marinade into a zippered plastic bag, shake it about, and allow to marinate at least 3 hours up to overnight.
- About 1/2 an hour prior to cooking, add 2 tbsp lemon juice. (Adding the lemon juice sooner, will add too much lemon flavor, and it will tend to "cook" portions of the chicken).
- Start cooking on medium on the BBQ, and reduce to low. You absolutely don't want it to dry out. Times will vary depending on your BBQ and the thickness of the breast. I use one of those BBQ saute pans with the holes in it, and it works better than directly on the grill. Feel free to pour the extra marinade over the breasts as they cook.
- I most often serve this with a wild rice and orzo pilaf, and fresh vegetables (such as asparagus or snow peas or sauteed yellow zucchini with red peppers, red onions and grape tomatoes, with a bit of that mint added at the end).
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Mostofa Mondol
[email protected]I've tried many chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The marinade is incredible.
Jorrellflav Spearman05
[email protected]This is my go-to chicken recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Kayla Crews
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken is so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
ISHAN VEYDANTSING
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the marinade had a great flavor.
Shahid Swati
[email protected]This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.
Lubabc Ndlovu
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is so tender and juicy.
Zahoor
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always delicious.
M Madni Chughtai
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the chicken always turns out perfectly.
Faisal washib
[email protected]This is the best chicken recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and juicy.
Adeniyi Diamond
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.
Anna Philbrick
[email protected]The marinade for this chicken is so good! I could drink it. The chicken itself is cooked perfectly and is so juicy.
Judy Geigel
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
DWAN CUNNINGHAM
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the marinade gave it a delicious flavor.
John Owen
[email protected]This chicken is amazing! The marinade is so flavorful and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.