Special Diet Information
Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"I feel a recipe is only a theme, which an intelligent cook can play each time with a variation."
-Madame Benoit, Cookbook Author
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Recipes like this one lend themselves well to experimentation when you may not have as much experience. Changing one of the spices at a time will give you a good idea how different flavors can interact. Try using freshly ground black pepper, ground allspice or ground cloves. Using dried herbs like thyme or oregano can create a whole new rub.
Island Chicken
Servings: 6 | Serving size: 1 - 4 ounce chicken breast
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3.
Leftovers keep well for 2 – 3 days in the refrigerator and make good sandwiches and salads.
Serve with Jasmine Rice or Coconut Rice or Coconut Rice - Low Sodium Version or Jasmine Rice - Low Sodium Version or Brown Rice
AND
Serve with Fresh Pineapple Salsa or Melon Salsa or Mango Salsa
| 1 Tbsp | ground ginger |
| 1 Tbsp | ground cinnamon |
| 1 Tbsp | ground nutmeg |
| 6 | 4 ounce chicken breasts (boneless and skinless) |
Mix the ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg together in a bowl and add the chicken breasts tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours.
Preheat the grill or broiler.
Grill or broil for about 8 minutes on one side and 4 – 8 minutes on the other. The meat should be firm when pressed in the center (check that the internal temperature be at least 170°F).
Serve topped with mango salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 chicken breast (salsa is extra)
Servings: 6
Amount Per Serving
| Calories 137 | Calories from Fat 17 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium 75mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrates 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 27g |
| Vitamin A 1% | Vitamin C 3% |
| Calcium 3% | Iron 8% |
| Vitamin K 0 mcg | Potassium 312 mg |
| Magnesium 36 mg | |