Nut-Free Chicken with Green Sauce
Elevate your chicken dinner game with this vibrant and zesty Nut-Free Chicken with Green Sauce recipe! Perfectly baked, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a tantalizing mix of cumin and garlic powders, then paired with a fresh, herbaceous sauce made from parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño for a bright, flavorful punch. This nut-free recipe is ideal for those with allergies yet doesn’t compromise on taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy dinner option for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it with your favorite side dishes or over a bowl of rice for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s bursting with color and wholesome ingredients. Healthy, delicious, and packed with bold flavors—this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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.
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and garlic powder. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
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.
Blend the ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Once cooked, let the chicken breasts rest for about 5 minutes, then slice them into strips.
Serve the sliced chicken with generous spoonfuls of the green sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3080 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 230.6 g | 461% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 816 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 29.5 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 4843 mg | 103% | |
*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.
