Thursday Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Side Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Preparation of Sides
- 3
Prepare Green Beans and Tomatoes
While the chicken is marinating, wash the green beans and cherry tomatoes. Trim the ends of the green beans.
- 4
Cook the Vegetables
In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside. In a separate skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and add the cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.
- 5
Combine and Season
In a large bowl, combine the blanched green beans and sautéed cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine.