I don’t know about you, but I cook chicken a few times a week, and I am always on the hunt to make something different and not the same old recipe. I like this one, because its so easy, has hardly any ingredients, and it tastes great. I got this recipe from Fitness Magazine. I also learned a few more things about coriander. Did you know that coriander is a spice that is made from the seed of the cilantro plant? The seeds are small and round with a brown or yellowish color. Both the seeds and leaves of the cilantro plants are edible, but they have very distinct flavors. Coriander has a light and fresh flavor, tinged with lemon. It is commonly used in curries or in Asian cuisine and is often combined with ginger. Cilantro leaves have a very pungent flavor; people generally love or hate the taste of cilantro. You can buy the coriander seeds with all the other spices in the store.
Ingredients
2 4-oz skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1/4 tsp crushed coriander seed (I used my Magic Bullet to crush them)
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tbs snipped fresh cilantro
Cooking spray
Salt and pepper
Directions
Spray a nonstick pan with cooking spray.
Saute chicken breasts with coriander seed over medium-high heat until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
De-glaze pan with orange juice. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and liquid is reduced.
Season with salt and pepper to taste; add cilantro and cook 1 minute more.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts per serving:
Calories 157
Total Fat (g) 2
Saturated Fat (g) 0
Fiber (g) 0
Protein (g) 27
I made this with a side of sugar snap peas sauteed with a little sesame oil and chopped garlic and a small baked potato.
Since its the New Year and a lot of people are watching their weight, this is a great way to start your new healthy eating plan! (no dieting!)
I’ll bet you could add a little heat with some dried peppers to this too. Sounds like a great dish.