Grilled Lime Chicken W Black Bean Sauce

Total 94 minPrep 34 minCook 60 min4 servings257 cal
Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeLow-Carb
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Grilled Lime Chicken W Black Bean Sauce recipe

Nutrition

Calories
257 cal
Protein
29.5 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
6.5 g
Sat. fat
1 g
Sugar
9.5 g
Sodium
288 mg

Ingredients

  • 4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 clove garlic cloves
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp red onion
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine lime juice , vegetable oil , red pper , and garlic in a large zip-top heavy-duty plastic bag

  2. 2

    Add chicken

  3. 3

    Seal bag , and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours , turning bag occasionally

  4. 4

    Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan

  5. 5

    Add bell pepper and onion

  6. 6

    Cook 30 seconds

  7. 7

    Drain

  8. 8

    Plunge into ice water

  9. 9

    Drain well

  10. 10

    Set aside until needed.

  11. 11

    In a food processor , add beans , orange juice , balsamic vinegar , salt , pepper , and garlic

  12. 12

    Process until smooth

  13. 13

    Pour into a saucepan

  14. 14

    Cook over medium-low heat until heated

  15. 15

    Remove chicken from bag and grill over medium-hot coals

  16. 16

    Cook 8-10 minutes on each side or until chicken is done

  17. 17

    To serve , divide bean mixture onto each of 4 plates

  18. 18

    Place chicken breast on top of sauce

  19. 19

    Top each with 2 tablespoons bell pepper mixture or a fresh tomato salsa

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