Grilled Chicken & Polenta with Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon canola oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 16- to 18-ounce tube prepared plain polenta
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed
  • 2 nectarines, halved and pitted
  • 1 pint blackberries, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Hot sauce, to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
  2. Combine 1 tablespoon oil, cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Rub 1 teaspoon of the mixture all over polenta. Rub the rest into both sides of chicken.
  4. Cut the polenta crosswise into 8 slices. Rub the cut sides of nectarine halves with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil.
  5. Oil the grill rack (see Tip). Place the chicken, polenta slices and nectarines on the grill.
  6. Grill the polenta until hot and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a clean plate; tent with foil to keep warm.
  7. Grill the nectarines, turning occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes total. Grill the chicken, until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, 6 to 8 minutes per side.
  8. Transfer the chicken and nectarines to a cutting board. Coarsely chop the nectarines. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
  9. While the chicken rests, combine the chopped nectarines, blackberries, cilantro, lime juice, hot sauce and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
  10. Layer the polenta, chicken and fruit salsa on 4 plates and serve.

NUTRITION

Per serving:
317 calories
8 g fat
1 g sat
34 g carbohydrates
27 g protein
6 g fiber

SmartPoints value : 7

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I'm a self-taught cook, passionate about bringing timeless recipes to life with a modern twist. Raised in the heart of the countryside, I grew up surrounded by family, farms, and the comforting aromas of home-cooked meals. Drawing inspiration from the pioneers of culinary history— Kitchen is my creative sanctuary, where she blends traditional techniques with fresh, innovative flavors. With a focus on hearty, wholesome dishes and easy-to-follow recipes, My mission is to make home cooking feel like an adventure. Whether you’re roasting your first chicken or experimenting with a new dessert, I'm here to show you that cooking from scratch is always worth the effort. Join Me on a journey to rediscover the joy of cooking and savor the simple pleasures of a home-cooked meal, one recipe at a time.

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