A flavorful marinated grilled chicken served with a tangy verjus vinaigrette, perfect for enhancing the dish's freshness.
Ingredients
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For the Verjus Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup verjus
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional: 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley) for added flavor and freshness
For the Marinated Grilled Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, ideally organic for better texture and flavor
1/2 cup verjus
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional: A splash of lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of verjus, minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Make sure the ingredients are well combined.
Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or dish and pour the marinade over. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup verjus, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, discard the marinade, and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with the verjus vinaigrette.
