Grilled Chicken with Green Beans and Walnuts Makes 4 servings. 1 - pound green beans Marinade 1/2 - cup olive oil 1/3 - cup lemon juice 1-1/2 - cup cilantro Dressing 1 - cup walnuts, toasted 3 - Tablespoon walnut oil 1 - garlic clove 1/2 - tsp salt 1/4 - teaspoon black pepper 8 - chicken thighs, skinless and boneless - In pot over boiling water, place green beans and cook about 5 minutes.
- Drain beans; run under cold, running water.
- Into food processor, add olive oil, lemon juice and cilantro.
- Process until cilantro is finely chopped.
- Remove 1/2 cup of olive oil marinade; place in a large zip lock plastic bag.
- Set aside.
- In the food processor, add in the walnuts, walnut oil, garlic, salt and pepper to other ingredients.
- Process until walnuts are finely chopped and set aside. Place dressing in bowl.
- Cover with plastic and refrigerate.
- Place chicken thighs in plastic bag with marinade. Seal tightly and shake well .
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high, according to manufacturer’s directions. - Place chicken on grill and cook for about 20 minutes (turning often).
- Just before serving, toss green beans with dressing. Arrange the beans on a platter and set cooked chicken on top.
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