Grilled Citrus Chicken
(makes 4 servings)
| 4 | boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, about 5 ounces (150 g) each |
| 2 | large garlic cloves, minced |
| 1/4 | cup (60 ml) fresh orange juice |
| 1/4 | cup (60 ml) fresh lime juice |
| 1 | teaspoon (5 ml) chili powder |
| 1/8 | teaspoon (0.6 ml) crushed red pepper flakes |
- Rinse chicken beast halves and remove all visible fat. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together remaining ingredients. Add chicken breast halves and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours.
- When ready to cook, light a grill.
- Grill for about 5 minutes per side, until cooked through. Serve at once.
| Per serving: | 164 calories (11% calories from fat), 33 g protein, 2 g total fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 2 g carbohydrates, 0 dietary fiber, 82 mg cholesterol, 96 mg sodium |
| Diabetic exchanges: | 4 very lean protein |
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