Heart-Healthy Peito de Frango Grelhado
Savor the wholesome simplicity of **Heart-Healthy Peito de Frango Grelhado**, a Brazilian-inspired take on grilled chicken that’s both flavorful and nutritious. This recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and aromatic rosemary, with a touch of paprika for a subtle hint of smokiness. The chicken is grilled to juicy perfection, making it a low-fat, protein-packed dish perfect for those prioritizing heart health. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp garden salad. Whether you're seeking a healthy dinner option or something light yet satisfying, this dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, pepper, paprika, and lemon zest to create a marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours for best flavor infusion.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Place them on the preheated grill.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meat is no longer pink in the center.
Remove the grilled chicken breasts from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 2659 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 124.8 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1131 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
