Chicken Breast with Mint Chimichurri, Cauliflower Mash, and Warm Sesame Cucumber

Name: Chicken Breast with Mint Chimichurri, Cauliflower Mash, and Warm Sesame Cucumber
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea
Ingredients: 24 oz skinless chicken breasts; 1.5 lb cauliflower; 14 oz cucumber; 5 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp tahini; 1 cup fresh parsley; 1/2 cup fresh mint; 3 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper

An original low-carb recipe featuring seared chicken breast finished with a fresh mint-parsley chimichurri, served with silky cauliflower mash and warm sesame cucumber. Herbaceous flavors, creamy texture, and a light yet satisfying profile.

20 minPrep

25 minCook

45 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeLow CarbHigh ProteinDiabetic-Friendly

Important notice: This recipe is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.

Ingredients

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4 680 g skinless chicken breasts (boneless)
1 700 g cauliflower (cut en floretes)
2 400 g cucumber (en medias lunas gruesas)
5 75 ml olive oil (divided)
2 30 ml tahini (for the puree)
1 20 g fresh parsley (lightly packed, chopped)
1/2 10 g fresh mint (lightly packed, chopped)
3 9 g garlic (2 cloves chopped and 1 whole)
2 30 ml red wine vinegar (for the chimichurri)
1 9 g sesame seeds (preferiblemente tostadas)
120 120 ml chicken broth (for the puree)
2 30 ml lemon juice (divided)
1 2 g smoked paprika (for the chicken)
1/2 1 g ground cumin (for the pepino)
2 10 g salt (or to taste, divided)
1 2 g black pepper (or to taste, divided)

Nutrition facts

per serving

395 kcal

Calories

42 g

Protein

10 g

Carbs

20 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

6 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Sesame

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 220°C / 425°F. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
2
Place the cauliflower florets in a pot of boiling water and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until very tender. Drain well.
3
Meanwhile, make the chimichurri by mixing the parsley, mint, 2 tablespoons olive oil, red wine vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
4
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
5
Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook the chicken for 10 to 14 minutes at 220°C / 425°F, or until safely cooked through and still juicy. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
6
For the mash, place the drained cauliflower in a food processor or blender with the tahini, chicken broth, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 whole garlic clove, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
7
In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the cucumber, ground cumin, sesame seeds, the remaining minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes to warm through and lightly color it without losing all of its texture.
8
Slice the chicken breasts thickly. Serve a base of cauliflower mash, arrange the chicken on top, and finish with the mint chimichurri. Serve with the warm sesame cucumber on the side.
9
If desired, adjust with extra salt, black pepper, or a few more drops of lemon juice just before serving.

Chef tips

Drain the cauliflower very well before blending to avoid a watery mash. For deeper flavor, let the chimichurri rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Substitutions

You can substitute boneless chicken thighs for the breast, adjusting the cooking time as needed. Tahini can be replaced with sunflower seed butter for a sesame-free variation.

What I used to make it

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Ninja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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