Southwestern BBQ Chicken

Southwestern BBQ Chicken is a zesty and protein-packed dish featuring grilled chicken marinated in a tangy BBQ sauce with Southwestern spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this flavorful meal is sure to satisfy your BBQ cravings.

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• BBQ sauce - 100 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 75°C.
5. Brush the BBQ sauce onto the chicken during the last 2 minutes of grilling.
6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Drizzle fresh lime juice over the chicken and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can promote heart health.

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