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
[email protected]I'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
[email protected]This 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
[email protected]I 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
[email protected]I'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
[email protected]This recipe is a hit with my family and friends. They always ask for it when they come over.
Marli Paulino
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights.
Kaydan Mazerolle
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer. I'll never grill chicken any other way again.
abdul Khaled
[email protected]This is the best grilled chicken recipe I've ever tried.
Beth Asbury
[email protected]I would give this recipe 10 stars if I could.
Aman Abera
[email protected]5 stars!
John Mukati
[email protected]This is a keeper recipe.
Musawenkosi Zondi
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this again.
Diego Vickers
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Zcy Ara
[email protected]This 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
[email protected]I'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
[email protected]This 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
[email protected]The 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
[email protected]This 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
[email protected]I 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
[email protected]These 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.