• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 tsp. oregano, or 2 tsp. fresh, chopped
• 1/4 tsp. chili pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp. sugar
• 1-1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 tsp. salt (optional), or to taste

Prepare grill or broiler. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small heavy skillet over medium heat. Sauté 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar and sugar. Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes. Grill or broil chicken 5-6 minutes per side or until opaque throughout. Season with salt to taste.

Per serving: calories 226, fat 5.6g, 23% calories from fat, cholesterol 99mg, protein 39.5g, carbohydrates 2.2g, fiber 0.4g, sugar 1.3g, sodium 118mg, diet points 5.4.

Dietary Exchanges: Milk: 0.0, Vegetable: 0.1, Fruit: 0.0, Bread: 0.0, Lean meat: 0.0, Fat: 0.7, Sugar: 0.0, Very lean meat protein: 5.1

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The recommended wines are: Chenin Blanc, Chianti, or White Zinfandel.