Spiced Chicken

Spiced Chicken is a flavorful Lebanese dish featuring tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices, grilled to perfection. This low-carb meal is perfect for a fulfilling lunch while staying true to Lebanese culinary traditions.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground allspice, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add it to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 58 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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