Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata
30 min.
4
291kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata – a perfect blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but it also makes for a healthy meal option with only 291 calories per serving.

This meal is ideal for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to impress your family or guests with minimal effort. The star of this recipe is the vibrant gremolata made with fresh mint, toasted pine nuts, and zesty lemon rind, which adds a refreshing twist to the succulent grilled chicken. The delicate balance of flavors ensures every bite is packed with a symphony of taste, making it a standout main course.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is easy to follow and requires just a few pantry staples. The fragrant herbs and nutty pine nuts give it an irresistible aroma, while the perfectly grilled chicken provides a hearty protein source, keeping you satisfied and energized. Serve this dish alongside a crisp salad or your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete meal that everyone can enjoy. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this exquisite grilled chicken recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup mint leaves fresh loosely packed
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoons pinenuts toasted
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. To prepare gremolata, place mint, pine nuts, rind, and garlic in a mini chopper; process just until combined.
  2. Add 4 teaspoons olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt; process to combine. Set aside.
  3. To prepare chicken, heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Brush 2 teaspoons olive oil evenly over chicken; sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
  5. Add chicken to pan; cook 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  6. Remove chicken from pan; let stand 5 minutes.
  7. Serve gremolata with chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein52.02%
Fat43.71%
Carbs4.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.5
Glycemic Load
0.16
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.675217001334%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.48mg
Hesperetin
1.14mg
Apigenin
0.61mg
Luteolin
1.43mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.49kcal
14.57%
Fat:13.95g
21.46%
Saturated Fat:2.07g
12.93%
Carbohydrates:3.07g
1.02%
Net Carbohydrates:1.81g
0.66%
Sugar:0.24g
0.26%
Cholesterol:108.86mg
36.29%
Sodium:637.39mg
27.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.34g
74.68%
Vitamin B3:18.17mg
90.84%
Selenium:54.69µg
78.13%
Vitamin B6:1.31mg
65.7%
Phosphorus:396.78mg
39.68%
Manganese:0.64mg
32%
Vitamin B5:2.49mg
24.91%
Potassium:732.65mg
20.93%
Magnesium:66.53mg
16.63%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.59%
Vitamin E:1.66mg
11.06%
Vitamin A:531.7IU
10.63%
Zinc:1.46mg
9.71%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.33%
Vitamin C:7.42mg
8.99%
Iron:1.56mg
8.67%
Copper:0.16mg
7.82%
Vitamin K:6.88µg
6.55%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Folate:21.53µg
5.38%
Fiber:1.25g
5.02%
Calcium:41.58mg
4.16%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes