Grilled Mustard & Balsamic Chicken Fillets
Juicy, skinless chicken fillets soaked in a zesty Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar and lemon marinade, then grilled in minutes. A healthy, fat-free dish bursting with flavor — perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (150 g each)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- White rice and sliced almonds to serve
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and crushed garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, coat thoroughly, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Preheat your grill or griddle pan over high heat for 5 minutes.
- 4
Place the fillets on the hot grill, close the lid and cook for 5 minutes, basting occasionally with the leftover marinade.
- 5
Collect the juices from the drip tray and drizzle over the chicken as a light, natural sauce.
- 6
Serve immediately alongside white rice tossed with toasted sliced almonds.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an Asian-inspired twist, swap the mustard for 2 teaspoons of curry powder. Adding a teaspoon of honey to the marinade creates a gorgeous sweet-and-savory glaze.
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