JALAPENO-LIME CHICKEN

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I was reading the intro of this recipe and realized that yes, now I have tried it and even posted a picture so I decided to update. This is an easy recipe that is heart healthy. The recipe was in an issue of Diabetic Cooking.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 -3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast half
1 sliced jalapeno pepper, for garnish
sliced black olives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the oil, lime zest, lime juice, jalapeno, cumin, minced garlic, pepper and salt in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Place chicken in bag and press to remove excess air; seal tightly.
  • Turn bag over several times in order to coat chicken with mixture.
  • Chill 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat grill, oven broiler or indoor grill to medium high heat.
  • Place the chicken on grill or in broiler pan.
  • Cook 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear when pierced with a fork, turning twice to get grill marks.
  • Garnish with jalapeno slices and black olives if desired.
  • Please note: When handling jalapeno peppers take caution.
  • They can sting and irritate the skin; wear rubber gloves when handling and do not touch face or eyes.
  • Wash hands throughly with soap and water after handling.
  • The time to make does not include the marinade time.

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