Grilled Chicken with Red Pepper-Pecan Romesco Sauce

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Many variations of the Catalonian roasted tomato sauce, romesco sauce, add roasted red peppers for a little sweetness. Here, we scorch the peppers and tomato on the grill alongside the chicken to keep things simple.

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Adam Dolge
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Adam Dolge

Adam Dolge is an award-winning journalist, freelance writer and recipe developer. He is the author and food photographer for the blog The Real Recipes, where he shares recipes inspired by his experience working for food magazines and professional test kitchens.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 2 medium red bell peppers

  • 1 medium tomato

  • 1 pound chicken cutlets

  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided

  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted

  • 1 clove garlic

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • Chopped scallions for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill bell peppers and tomato, turning occasionally, until blistered all over and charred in spots, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let rest until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, flipping occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165 degrees F, 6 to 8 minutes total. Transfer to a plate, tent with foil and let rest for 10 minutes.

  3. Remove and discard skin and seeds from the peppers and tomato. Place the peppers and tomato in a blender and add pecans, garlic, oil, vinegar, crushed red pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Puree on high until well combined, about 1 minute. Serve the chicken with the sauce and topped with scallions, if desired.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

308 Calories
20g Fat
8g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken & 1/3 cup sauce
Calories 308
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 25g 50%
Total Fat 20g 25%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Vitamin A 2253IU 45%
Vitamin C 82mg 91%
Folate 42mcg 11%
Sodium 496mg 22%
Calcium 36mg 3%
Iron 2mg 9%
Magnesium 51mg 12%
Potassium 471mg 10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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