Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon yellow split peas
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1-2 dried red chiles, such as Thai, cayenne or chiles de arbol
• 1/4 cup “lite” coconut milk, (see Ingredient note)
• 2 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 4 medium clo garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (1-1 1/4 pounds total), trimmed

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Cooking Directions

Step 1

Toast split peas, coriander seeds and chiles in a small skillet over medium heat, shaking the pan occasionally, until the split peas turn reddish-brown, the coriander becomes fragrant and the chiles blacken slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool for 3 to 5 minutes. Grind in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until the mixture is the texture of finely ground pepper.

Step 2

Combine coconut milk, ginger, garlic, cilantro, salt and the spice blend in a shallow glass dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

Step 3

Preheat broiler. Coat a broiler-pan rack with cooking spray. Place the chicken (including marinade) on the rack over the broiler pan. Broil chicken 3 to 5 inches from the heat source until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 6 minutes per side.