GRILLED LIME CHICKEN W/BLACK BEAN SAUCE

Grilled Lime Chicken W/Black Bean Sauce image

Provided by Christy Luster

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup water
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon red onion, chopped
1 cup black beans, drained
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

Combine lime juice, vegetable oil, red pper, and garlic in a large zip-top heavy-duty plastic bag.
Add chicken; seal bag, and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan; add bell pepper and onion.
Cook 30 seconds; drain.
Plunge into ice water; drain well.
Set aside.
In a food processor, add beans, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic.
Process until smooth.
Pour into a saucepan; cook over medium-low heat until heated.
Remove chicken from bag and grill over medium-hot coals.
Cook 8-10 minutes on each side or until chicken is done.
To serve, divide bean mixture onto each of 4 plates.
Place chicken breast on top of sauce; top each with 2 tablespoons bell pepper mixture or a fresh tomato salsa.