Cuban Garlic Chicken

Alicia Calvo, MPH, RDN, CDCES, CEDRD

Flavorful recipe adapted from a restaurant in Havana, “Gladys’ House”.

Prep Time: 1hr | Cook Time: 45min | Total Time: 1hr 45min | Yield: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast

• 1 Fresh Meyer Lemon

• 1 Tbsp. White Balsamic Vinegar

• 1 tsp. Salt

• 1 tsp. Fresh Ground Pepper

• 1 tsp. Dried Oregano

• 1 tsp. Ground Cumin

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken in a large zip-loc bag.

2. Combine the garlic, juice from the lemon (about ¼ cup), vinegar, salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin in a small bowl.

3. Pour marinade evenly over the chicken. Close bag and smush it around to coat chicken breasts. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.

4. Spray a skillet with Canola oil spray. Heat on medium and cook chicken breasts about 3 minutes on each side, coating with marinade. Coat chicken with sauce until cooked thoroughly and sauce caramelizes.

5. Serve with black beans and plantains.

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Nutriton Facts:

Serving Size: 4 oz. chicken breast

Calories: 300

Total Fat: 12 g

Total Carbohydrates: 0 g

Protein: 28 g

Equivalents: 4 oz. of lean protein