Nut-Free Chicken with Green Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and healthy Nut-Free Chicken with Green Sauce recipe! Perfectly seasoned, juicy chicken breasts are baked to tender perfection and paired with a vibrant, herbaceous green sauce that’s bursting with the fresh flavors of parsley, cilantro, lime, and a touch of honey for balance. This nut-free take on a classic chimichurri-like sauce ensures it’s allergy-friendly without compromising on taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy chicken dinner is a breeze to prepare and makes a versatile centerpiece for meals, whether served with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Packed with protein and zesty, vibrant flavor, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for the whole family!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 stalks green onion, chopped
- 1 medium jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat them dry with paper towels. Rub each breast with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring even coverage.
Step 3
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and garlic powder. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Step 5
While the chicken is baking, prepare the green sauce. In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, lime juice, green onions, jalapeno, minced garlic, white vinegar, honey, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Step 6
Blend the ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Once cooked, let the chicken breasts rest for about 5 minutes, then slice them into strips.
Step 8
Serve the sliced chicken with generous spoonfuls of the green sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1401.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1792.4 |
| Total Fat 72.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3080.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.8g | |
| Protein 230.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 816.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 29.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4842.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories