Grilled Tomatillo Chicken |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 14 Minutes |
Ready In: 39 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Jalapeno slices add a bit of zing but the recipe can be adjusted for spiciness. Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts |
4 slices provolone cheese |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
6 tomatillos, husks removed, chopped |
1/4 cup lime juice |
6 pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro |
1 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
hot cooked rice |
sour cream (optional) |
Directions:
1. Grill chicken breasts, covered, over medium heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until meat thermometer reads 170˚.
2. Top chicken with cheese and cook until melted.
3. While chicken is cooking, prepare sauce.
4. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender.
5. Add tomatillos, lime juice, jalapenos and garlic and cook for 3 minutes longer.
6. Stir in cilantro, cumin, salt and pepper.
7. Remove from heat and top chicken with sauce over hot rice. Add a dollop of sour cream if desired.
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