Lemon-Olive Grilled Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Lemon-Olive Grilled Chicken
20 min.
4
410kcal

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Experience a burst of flavor with our Lemon-Olive Grilled Chicken, a delightful dish that is not only dairy-free but also perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. This recipe harnesses the vibrant tang of fresh lemon and the briny essence of kalamata olives, creating a tantalizing balance that elevates grilled chicken to new heights.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this healthy main course that serves four, making it ideal for family meals or entertaining guests. With its enticing combination of honey mustard and fresh basil, each bite of chicken bursts with flavor. The dish is further enhanced with a colorful couscous salad that features a medley of olives, pimiento-stuffed varieties, and hints of lemon zest, ensuring every mouthful is a taste sensation.

This Lemon-Olive Grilled Chicken is not just about taste; it also aligns with healthy eating habits, providing a balanced caloric breakdown that supports your dietary goals without sacrificing flavor. The dish's wonderful taste profile pairs beautifully with a glass of Italian Chianti, specifically a Sangiovese, enhancing your dining experience with the rustic charm that only Italian cuisine can offer.

So, fire up your grill, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself to a meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Ingredients

  • 14 ounce fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free canned
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons dijon honey mustard 
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted sliced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest divided grated
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup pimiento stuffed olives sliced
  • 16 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • cup couscous whole-wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Coat grill with cooking spray.
  3. Place chicken on grill. Cook 5 minutes per side or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Combine 1 teaspoon lemon rind with mustard; brush over chicken.
  5. Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the couscous.
  6. Remove from heat; cover, let stand 5 minutes.
  7. In a bowl, combine remaining lemon rind, olives, and remaining ingredients. Stir couscous into olive mixture. Spoon onto 4 plates; top with chicken.
  8. Wine note: With its rustic spiciness and zingy acidity, no other grape goes better with olives than sangiovese, the grape in Italian Chianti. So look for a good Chianti such as Da Vinci (around $16).

Nutrition Facts

Calories410kcal
Protein31.31%
Fat18.58%
Carbs50.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.5
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
14.069130374038%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.02kcal
20.5%
Fat:8.74g
13.45%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.91%
Carbohydrates:53.04g
17.68%
Net Carbohydrates:47.16g
17.15%
Sugar:2.9g
3.23%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:838.3mg
36.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.15g
66.3%
Vitamin B3:12.44mg
62.19%
Selenium:38.64µg
55.2%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.67%
Phosphorus:250.87mg
25.09%
Fiber:5.88g
23.53%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.5%
Iron:2.57mg
14.3%
Potassium:466.12mg
13.32%
Magnesium:33.52mg
8.38%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.09%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.75%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.09%
Vitamin K:6.02µg
5.73%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.66%
Vitamin C:3.96mg
4.8%
Zinc:0.7mg
4.65%
Calcium:42.69mg
4.27%
Copper:0.08mg
3.83%
Vitamin A:154.37IU
3.09%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.79%
Folate:7.58µg
1.9%
Source:My Recipes