Grilled Chicken Breasts With North African Spice Paste

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 4
Grilled Chicken Breasts With North African Spice Paste
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 dried hot red chiles
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon caraway seed
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons kosher salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
4 large chicken breast halves , with skin and bone ( about 3/4 lb each )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
450
Sugar
0g
Fat
20g
Grilled chicken breasts with North African spice paste is a juicy and flavorful dish that will take your taste buds on a culinary journey through North Africa. It's the perfect combination of smoky, spicy, and sweet, with a rich and complex flavor profile that's unique to this recipe. This dish is great for dinner parties and outdoor barbecues, but it's also simple enough that you can make it on a weeknight for a quick and delicious meal. The spices used in the North African spice paste are widely used in the region and contribute to the area's rich culinary tradition.

Instructions

1.Toast red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seed and caraway seed in a dry pan until aromatic.
2.Cool completely and grind to a fine powder in a spice grinder.
3.Transfer the spice mixture to a bowl and stir in garlic, black peppercorns, salt, and olive oil until it becomes a smooth paste.
4.Preheat a grill for high heat.
5.Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels.
6.Rub spice paste all over the chicken breasts, making sure to cover every inch.
7.Grill chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes per side.

PROS

Grilled chicken breasts with North African spice paste are packed with flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

It’s easy to make and perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.

CONS

Chicken breasts with skin and bone can have more fat than chicken breasts without.

Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is an excellent source of protein and great for those following a low-carb diet.
The spices used in North African spice paste, such as cumin and coriander, have been linked to improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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