Description
Chicken Salmoriglio is a classic Italian dish featuring grilled chicken with a vibrant, zesty sauce made from fresh herbs and citrus. It’s a simple yet impressive meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings, offering a refreshing and satisfying flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, red chili flakes, parsley, and mint in a bowl. Reserve some marinade for serving.
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a bag or dish, pour half the marinade over it, and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill Chicken: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest Chicken: Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve: Slice chicken and drizzle with reserved marinade before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Marinating longer (a few hours or overnight) deepens the flavor.
- Adjust red chili flakes for desired spice level.
- Serve immediately after grilling for optimal juiciness and freshness.
- For variations, consider a citrus twist with orange juice and zest, grilling vegetables alongside, or using different proteins like fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 chicken breast)
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A