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Grilled Wine-Marinated Chicken with Saffron Quinoa


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  • Author: Shashi Charles
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x

Description

Tender chicken breasts marinated in a blend of red and white wine, grilled to perfection, and served alongside fluffy, aromatic saffron quinoa. A sophisticated yet simple main course for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (237ml) red blend wine
  • 1 cup (237ml) sauvignon blanc wine
  • 4 teaspoons (20ml) original spice blend
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 free range chicken breasts
  • Olive oil
  • 1 cup (237ml) vegetable broth
  • 4 pods cardamom
  • few strands saffron soaked in water
  • 1 cup (237ml) quinoa

Instructions

  1. Rub chicken breasts with 2 teaspoons of Original Spice Blend.
  2. Place red wine and sauvignon blanc wine in a plastic bag and add the chicken, onion slices, and garlic.
  3. Let marinade for at least 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  4. Heat a grill and grill chicken until browned and cooked through.
  5. For the Quinoa:
  6. Add vegetable broth, sauvignon blanc wine, cardamom pods, saffron (soaked in water), and quinoa into a pan.
  7. Bring to a boil, then cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Fluff and serve with the grilled chicken.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean