Best Grilled Chicken Breasts With Green Pea And Mint Sauce Recipes

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THE BEST GRILLED CHICKEN



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Say goodbye to dry, bland grilled chicken breasts. This recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful chicken every time.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1¾ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1½ teaspoons lemon zest, from one lemon

Steps:

  • One at a time, place the chicken breasts in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag; using a meat mallet, pound to an even ½-inch thickness.
  • Mix all of the ingredients except for the chicken together in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag (go ahead and use the same one you used for pounding if it is still in good shape). Add the chicken breasts to the bag and massage the marinade into the meat until evenly coated. Seal the bag and place in a bowl in the refrigerator (the bowl protects against leakage); let the chicken marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to high heat and oil the grates. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Do not overcook. Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken breast, Calories 413, Fat 25 g, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sodium 958 mg, Cholesterol 127 mg

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH GREEN PEA AND MINT SAUCE



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Talk about great in the hot summer months! We like to serve this with a cold couscous salad, sliced cucumbers and a chilled Chardonnay. I don't know where this recipe came from originally, it's been in my repertoire forever.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 whole chicken breasts
olive oil, for grilling (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 cups frozen peas, blanched and drained well
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 jalapeno, grilled and chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • For the Chicken:.
  • Heat grill to medium.
  • Whisk together the honey and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl.
  • Brush the breasts on both sides with oil, if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the breasts for 7 to 10 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Brush with the honey glaze during the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Serve on a bed of sauce or with sauce drizzled over.
  • For the Sauce:.
  • Place peas, vinegar, mint, cilantro, jalapeno, and salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • With the motor running, slowly add the oil and taste for seasoning.
  • Add the honey and blend again. If the mixture if too thick, blend in a few tablespoons of cold water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.1, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 123.7, Sodium 179.2, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 17.2, Protein 43

CHICKEN BREASTS IN GARLIC-MINT MARINADE



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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

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley (if using dried herbs, then use 4 tbsp of mint and 2 of parsley. I've only used the herbs I've dried )
3/4 cup of fresh mint, packed (I prefer English, orange or ginger Mint or any combination)
3 -4 cloves fresh garlic
1/4 teaspoon hot chili peppers, fresh (just a bit, you don't want it to overtake the other flavors) or 1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup white wine, you can add more to make a thinner marinade if required (or for non-alcoholic, substitute 1/2 cup apple juice with 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar)
2 tablespoons lemon juice

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).

BOBBY FLAY'S PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH MINT SAUCE



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Bobby Flay served a version of this chicken at Bolo, the elegant little jewel box of a restaurant he had on 22nd Street until 2007, when the building that housed it was sold. It came pan-roasted beneath a blanket of what Flay called Spanish spices, with a vibrant green mint sauce rich with chiles, honey, salt and mustard. The dish was one of the restaurant's best sellers. I ate it about 3,000 times there before getting the recipe and adapting it for those of us who cook at home. Of course you can make the exact same dish with chicken thighs if you want. But some will prefer the breast meat. Some always have.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
Kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons Spanish paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground mustard
2 teaspoons ground fennel seed
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh mint leaves
½ cup fresh parsley leaves
4 cloves garlic, peeled and roughlychopped
1 serrano chile, seeds removed androughly chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly groundblack pepper.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425. Rinse the chicken well, then dry it with paper towel. Season the chicken aggressively with salt. Combine the remaining dry ingredients in a small bowl, and rub the mixture all over the skin of the chicken breasts.
  • Heat the oil in a large, oven-safe sauté pan or skillet set over medium heat. When it is shimmering, put the breasts into the pan skin side down, and cook, unattended, until the skin is golden brown, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Using tongs, turn the chicken breasts over, and place the pan in the oven. Roast until the chicken is golden brown all over and the meat cooked entirely through, approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the chicken to a warmed platter, and allow to rest.
  • Meanwhile, put the mint, parsley, garlic and serrano into a food processor, and pulse into a paste. Add the honey and mustard, and pulse again, until combined. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until the mixture has become emulsified. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, and if necessary, whisk in a few tablespoons of water to thin the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon some of the sauce over each chicken breast, and serve, with the remaining sauce on the side. Roasted potatoes with some thinly sliced lemons makes a fine accompaniment, along with sautéed greens.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 687, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 609 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS MARINADE



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This easy grilled chicken recipe is a fast track to dinner. This grilled chicken breast is never dry, thanks to a marinade that's sourced from the pantry.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large shallots, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt
1 tsp. sugar
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.)

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 large shallots, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely grated, ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, 1 tsp. sugar, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper in a medium bowl to combine. Set ⅓ cup marinade aside.
  • Arrange 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.) in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Cover dish and chill, turning chicken halfway through, at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip back into dish; discard marinade in dish. Grill chicken, turning halfway through, until cooked through and blackened grill marks appear, 10-14 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve chicken with reserved marinade spooned over.

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