LEMON-CINNAMON CHICKEN (GRILL OR BBQ)

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This recipe is from the magazine "Eating Well" and is a tasty low calorie way to prepare chicken. The cook time will vary depending on the size of the breasts

Provided by Bergy

Categories     High Protein

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon miced jalapeno pepper (Or more)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (apprx 4 halves)
salt & pepper
1 lemon, quartered
4 sprigs fresh oregano (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a shallow, non mettalic dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts in single layer combine the lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cinnamon, tomato paste& jalapeno.
  • Season with salt& pepper, stir to mix.
  • Place the chicken in the marinade, turn to coat evenly, cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge.
  • Marinate at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours Drain chicken and discard the marinade Grill or broil on a lightly greased rack Apprx 5-7 minutes each side or until done Garnish with lemon wedges and oregano, if desired.

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