GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY CUCUMBERS
Light and refreshing, yet packed with flavor from herbs, jalapeños and garlic, this is an easy, after-work meal that can be endlessly adapted to suit what you've got on hand. Substitute other thinly sliced raw vegetables for the cucumbers (zucchini, carrot, radishes, celery, cabbage, fennel), and other herbs for the cilantro and parsley (dill, basil, mint). Just be sure not to overcook the flattened chicken, which can happen in an instant.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, poultry, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place a chicken breast between a layer of parchment paper or plastic wrap and use a mallet, rolling pin or the flat side of a heavy knife to pound to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Repeat with remaining breasts.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper and paprika. Place in a bowl and toss with lime zest, garlic and oil. Cover and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: In a blender, combine cilantro, parsley, oil, jalapeños, garlic, salt and lime juice. Blend until smooth, adding 1 or 2 tablespoons water if necessary to blend. Taste and add more salt and/or lime juice if needed.
- Heat the grill to medium-high or heat up the broiler or a grill pan. Grill or broil until chicken is lightly browned at the edges and just cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
- In a medium bowl, toss cucumbers with a pinch of salt. Let sit for 5 minutes. Right before serving, toss cucumbers with sauce and serve alongside chicken, drizzling chicken with any leftover sauce from the bottom of the cucumber bowl, and a little olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 353, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 46 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 707 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Areej Jarray
areej-jarray84@hotmail.frI've tried this recipe with different types of chicken, and it always turns out great. I've used boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thighs, and even wings.
Hamada Sameh
s-hamada@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I often make a big batch of chicken on the weekend, and then I use it to make this dish during the week.
Riyas Mhd
riyasm@gmail.comI love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a great cook, but I can always make this dish perfectly.
Maleigha McFerron
maleigham10@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the spicy cucumbers are a great addition.
Sawon islam miraz
s-m19@hotmail.comThis recipe is a hit with my family and friends. They always ask for it when they come over.
Marli Paulino
m50@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights.
Kaydan Mazerolle
k76@gmail.comThis recipe is a game-changer. I'll never grill chicken any other way again.
abdul Khaled
a-k@yahoo.comThis is the best grilled chicken recipe I've ever tried.
Beth Asbury
asbury-b@hotmail.comI would give this recipe 10 stars if I could.
Aman Abera
aman-abera@hotmail.com5 stars!
John Mukati
m64@gmail.comThis is a keeper recipe.
Musawenkosi Zondi
musawenkosi_z44@hotmail.comI'll definitely be making this again.
Diego Vickers
d.vickers91@gmail.comDelicious!
Zcy Ara
a.zcy30@gmail.comThis was an easy recipe to follow, and the chicken turned out great. The spicy cucumbers were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them.
md_easin arafat
md_easin-a78@hotmail.comI'm not a fan of spicy food, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the cucumbers added a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again, but I would omit the chili peppers.
Mikey Boogerman
mikey_boogerman11@hotmail.frThis recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said the chicken was cooked perfectly and the spicy cucumbers were a great addition.
WiseMan Tv
w@gmail.comThe chicken was a bit dry, but the spicy cucumbers were amazing. I'll definitely be making the cucumbers again, but I'll try a different chicken recipe.
SK MINNAS
m@gmail.comThis was a delicious and easy recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spicy cucumbers were a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Ifenna Okonkwo
i-o@yahoo.comI love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and moist, and the spicy cucumbers are a great way to add some heat. I've made this dish several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Kalunga Kenny
kennyk66@hotmail.comThese chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the spicy cucumbers added a nice kick. I served this with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.