Grilled  Chicken Dinner

This is a very fast, easy, and healthy recipe. Chicken cooked this way is called grilled chicken or Pollo a la plancha in Mexico, and you can find it on some restaurant menus. Many people eat this meal when they’re on a diet, and it’s even recommended by doctors when you need to lose some extra pounds.

SERVINGS

4 people

COURSE

Chicken

TOTAL TIME

20 mins

CUISINE

Mexico

– Place chicken cutlets in a thick plastic bag and, with the smooth side of a mallet, gently pound the meat until you reach the desired thickness. If you don’t have a mallet, you can use the bottom of a heavy glass or a wooden rolling pin. Remove the cutlets from the bag and season with salt.

Instructions

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– In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, ground pepper and Mexican oregano.

Instructions

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– Brush the spice mix over the chicken cutlets; make sure both sides are well seasoned.

Instructions

3

– Spray a large griddle or skillet with PAM Cooking Spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot, and place the chicken cutlets.

Instructions

4

– Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning just once per side. Serve immediately with a salad and some warm corn tortillas or a serving of rice.

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