Grilled Chicken Breasts With Chimichurri Sauce and Coconut Rice Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Breasts With Chimichurri Sauce and Coconut Rice
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  1. To make the sauce; in a food processor puree the garlic. Add the parsley and chili pepper and process until finely chopped. Add the oil, vinegar, broth and seasonings. Process to blend. Taste and adjust the seasonings. It should be very flavourful and spicy.
  2. In a zip lock bag combine 3 TBS of the chimichurri sauce with the 2 TBS of oil, stirring until smooth. Add the chicken breasts, turning to coat evenly. Close the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Preheat a grill for medium heat grilling. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 7 to 10 minutes on each side, or until no pink is showing. Set aside and keep warm while you prepare the rice.
  4. In a medium non-stick saucepan toast the coconut over medium heat, stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, or until lightly browned. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  5. In the same saucepan, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the rice and sauté for about 3 minutes, until well coated and lightly browned. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Add the salt, pepper and lime slices. Stir with a fork. Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and fluffy.
  6. Add the toasted coconut and currants, stirring through with a fork.
  7. Divide the rice among 6 hot serving plates. Top each serving with a grilled chicken breast and a portion of the remaining chimichurri sauce on the side.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 386.24 Kcal (1617 kJ)
Calories from fat 335.29 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 37.25g 57%
Cholesterol 3.08mg 1%
Sodium 374.99mg 16%
Potassium 208.13mg 4%
Total Carbs 12.24g 4%
Sugars 6.55g 26%
Dietary Fiber 1.47g 6%
Protein 2.03g 4%
Vitamin C 20.1mg 34%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 214.45 Kcal (898 kJ)
Calories from fat 186.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.69g 57%
Cholesterol 1.71mg 1%
Sodium 208.21mg 16%
Potassium 115.56mg 4%
Total Carbs 6.8g 4%
Sugars 3.64g 26%
Dietary Fiber 0.82g 6%
Protein 1.13g 4%
Vitamin C 11.2mg 34%
Iron 0.5mg 5%
Calcium 19.4mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 10.5
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

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