Grilled Cumin Chicken With Fresh Tomatillo Sauce

Name: Grilled Cumin Chicken With Fresh Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1/2 lb tomatillo; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup cilantro leaf; 1/4 cup chopped green onion; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded & chopped (for a hotter dish, leave the seeds); 1/4 teaspoon salt; cooking spray

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 lb tomatillo
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup cilantro leaf
1/4 cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded & chopped (for a hotter dish, leave the seeds)
1/4 teaspoon salt
cooking spray

1
Prepare grill to medium-high heat.
2
Combine the first four ingredients (olive oil, cumin, pepper, garlic) in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken to the bag; seal and let stand for 15 minutes.
3
Discard husks and stems from the tomatillos. Combine tomatillos and broth in a small saucepan over medium-high heat' cover and cook 8 minutes. Drain and cool slightly. Combine tomatillos, cilantro, green onions, lime juice, sugar, salt, garlic clove and jalapeno pepper in a food processor; process until smooth.
4
Remove chicken from the bag; discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Place on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes on each side or until chicken is done. Serve with tomatillo sauce.

373

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cumin Chicken With Fresh Tomatillo Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!