Herb Grilled Chicken Breast
Recipe Details:
Ingredients
Per Serving
- Boneless chicken breast without the skin : 150 gm
- Olive oil (extra virgin) : 2 tsp (10gm)
- Cloves of garlic, minced : 2
- Thyme (dried) : ¼ tsp
- Oregano (dried) : ¼
- Ground black pepper: ¼ tsp
- Lemon zest : ¼ stp
- Salt : as per taste
Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm
*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon
Method
- In a ziplock bag and lay the chicken flat inside and pound it gently using a rolling pin until it is around ½ inch thick. Take care not to hit it too hard.
- Mix all the other ingredients in a bowl and pour it to the ziplock bag. Seal and shake bag to, evenly coat chicken with herbed oil. Put the bag in the fridge, and allow it to rest for at least 4 - 5 hours to absorb the marinade.
- Once ready, pre-heat the oven. Lay the chicken top side down to an angle to the grill grates. Grill the chicken for atleast three minutes on each side until you get nice grill marks.
- Your juicy chicken is ready to enjoy.
Benefits
- Herb grilled chicken is a healthy choice for diabetics as it is high in lean protein while being low in carbohydrates, saturated fat and cholesterol.
- Grilling is a healthy cooking method that does not require the use of added fats or oils, which can help to keep the calorie and fat content low.
- The recipe is also an excellent choice for diabetic patients who aim to lose weight.
Note: It is important for diabetics to monitor the portion size and consume Non Veg food items in recommended amounts.
Nutritional Value per serving
| Calories (kcal) | Carbohydrates (g) | Proteins (g) | Fats (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 261 | --- | 38.4 | 11.95 |
Reference:
- Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
- Longvah.T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
- Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 20th Jan 2023. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
- US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients
Disclaimer:
The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.*Images used are for representation purpose only.