Grilled Duck Breast With Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Name: Grilled Duck Breast With Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Duck Breast; 2 duck breasts; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 cups mixed salad greens; Chipotle Ranch Dressing; 2 garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 tablespoon chipotle from canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, minced; 1 scallions, very thinly sliced or 1 tablespoon chives, chopped

Servings: persons

Duck Breast
2 duck breasts
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 cups mixed salad greens
Chipotle Ranch Dressing
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 tablespoon chipotle from canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, minced
1 scallions, very thinly sliced or 1 tablespoon chives, chopped

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Duck Breast:
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Prepare the grill.
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Brush the duck breasts with peanut oil and rub with chile powder.
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Put the duck on the grill skin side up and cook for three minutes.
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Turn skin side down and cook for three more minutes.
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Internal temperature should be 140 degrees F. for rare.
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Cook longer if you want the duck more done.
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Serve over salad greens with the chipotle ranch dressing.
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Chipotle Ranch Dressing:
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Smash the garlic and put into a blender.
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Scrape the resulting garlic paste into a small bowl; add salt, sour cream, buttermilk and chipotle and pulse to blend well.
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Put in a bowl, add the cilantro and scallions or chives and stir well.
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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 163 Calories; 15g Fat (81.0%.
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calories from fat); 3g Protein; 5g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 18mg.
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Cholesterol; 585mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 3 Fat.
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NOTES : For great flavor, KEEP THE FAT ON THE DUCK. Score some.
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slits in it and allow the fat to naturally render during the cooking process. The result will be a deliciously crispy outside and tender inside! If you remove the fat, the duck meat will be dry. The duck breast can also be served with rice or potatoes and a vegetable for a heartier dinner.

187

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Duck Breast, 2 duck breasts, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Grilled Duck Breast With Chipotle Ranch Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!