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

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