Spice Rubbed Chicken Breasts W/ Spicy-Cool Mint Sau

Name: Spice Rubbed Chicken Breasts W/ Spicy-Cool Mint Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 32 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 ½ tablespoons paprika (If available, use high-quality paprika and mix smoked and traditional varieties); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 teaspoons ground fennel; 2 teaspoons ground mustard; 1 teaspoon ground pepper; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 cup fresh mint leaves (use a generous bundle); ¾ cup fresh parsley leaves; 4 garlic cloves; 1 serrano chili pepper; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; ¼ cup olive oil; ⅓ cup cold water; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

32 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ tablespoons paprika (If available, use high-quality paprika and mix smoked and traditional varieties)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground fennel
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon ground pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup fresh mint leaves (use a generous bundle)
¾ cup fresh parsley leaves
4 garlic cloves
1 serrano chili pepper
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup olive oil
⅓ cup cold water
salt & pepper

1
Start by preparing the sauce.
2
Grill the chili pepper, remove the skin & seeds (you may leave the seeds if you would like the sauce to be more spicy), and chop into pieces.
3
Using a blender or food processor, process the mint, parsley, garlic, and chili pepper until combined.
4
Add the honey, mustard, and olive oil.
5
Blend until combined.
6
Slowly add the water until you achieve your desired consistency.
7
You may use more or less than 1/3 cup of water.
8
Add salt & pepper to taste.
9
Cool sauce until ready to serve.
10
For the dry rub, combine the ground spices (paprika,cumin, coriander, fennel, mustard, ground pepper, and kosher salt) Trim fat from chicken breasts and rub each side of the breasts with olive oil.
11
Pat on the dry rub to both sides of the breasts.
12
Place on a hot grill (about 400 degrees).
13
Cook for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through, flipping the breasts halfway through the cooking time.
14
Serve w/ chilled mint sauce.
15
Enjoy.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 32 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 ½ tablespoons paprika (If available, use high-quality paprika and mix smoked and traditional varieties), 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spice Rubbed Chicken Breasts W/ Spicy-Cool Mint 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.

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Spice Rubbed Chicken Breasts W/ Spicy-Cool Mint Sauce

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