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Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Sauce

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Ever had one of those meals that just pops? This Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Sauce is that! It’s like summer on a plate, and trust me, it’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Here’s the inside scoop on making it. Ingredients We’ll Need
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts that are just waiting to be grilled
  • A drizzle or two of olive oil – let’s say 2 tablespoons (30 ml for those who prefer metric)
  • Salt and pepper – just sprinkle to your heart’s content
  • Cilantro? Yes please! Grab a full cup (240 ml, packed tightly)
  • Couple cloves of garlic minced – because what’s a sauce without garlic?
  • Juice from a whole lime for that tang
  • Half a cup of Greek yogurt 120 ml, if you’re into exact measures
  • One green chili but toss the seeds out
  • ¼ cup water 60 ml to get the consistency just right

Method
 

  1. First off, let’s pamper those chicken breasts with some salt, pepper, and a hint of olive oil. Get them ready for their grill time!
  2. Fire up your grill to medium-high. While waiting, maybe hum your favorite tune?
  3. Chicken time! Grill each side for about 7 minutes. Look for those char marks; that’s where the flavor’s at.
  4. Now, for the sauce – the star of the show! Toss in the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, Greek yogurt, chili, and water into a blender.
  5. Hit blend and watch the magic happen. Season as you see fit.
  6. Let your chicken catch its breath for about 5 minutes after grilling.
  7. Lay down those slices on a plate and be generous with the cilantro sauce.

Notes

Slow and steady wins the grilling race. No dry chicken allowed here!
Feeling wild? Add an avocado to the sauce mix.
That sauce? Totally doubles up as a dip or dressing. You’re welcome.
Pair this dish with a light salad or perhaps some roasted veggies. If carbs aren’t the enemy, maybe some zoodles (zucchini noodles). Squeeze a lime wedge over everything before the first bite. Dive in, and enjoy!