Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken Receita

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredible Basil Cilantro & Macadamia Nut Chicken recipe! Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor, then enjoy a quick 30-minute cook time. This vibrant dish is bursting with fresh herbs, crunchy macadamia nuts, and a zesty lime-yogurt sauce. Prepare it the night before for a truly effortless, delicious meal that will have you reaching for seconds!

Preparo 20 min
Cozimento 45 min
Calorias 389.2 kcal
Proteína 113g
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Ingredientes para Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 inch fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Jalapenos
  • 1/2 cup macadamia nuts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • Garam Masala
  • Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1-2 Thai chilies
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional)

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Como fazer Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken

  1. Combine 1 inch ginger, 2 cloves garlic, and 1-2 Thai chilies (adjust to your spice preference) in a food processor. Process until completely smooth.
  2. Add 1/2 cup macadamia nuts and process until finely chopped.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Process until a smooth paste forms.
  4. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a medium bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (or overnight) for best results.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the marinated chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly (about 20-30 minutes).
  8. Optional: Add 1 teaspoon chili oil for extra heat during the last few minutes of cooking.
  9. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine or basmati rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

18g

Carbs

2g

Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken?

Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken leva cerca de 65 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 20 minutos de preparo e 45 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken?

Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken tem aproximadamente 389.2 calorias por porção, com cerca de 113 g de proteína, 2 g de carboidratos e 20 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken?

Os principais ingredientes de Basil Cilantro And Macadamia Nut Chicken são Boneless Skinless Chicken, Fresh Ginger, Garlic, Jalapenos, Macadamia Nuts, Olive Oil. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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