Cilantro Lime Chicken
A refreshing and flavorful grilled chicken dish with zesty lime and fresh cilantro, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Create the Flavorful Marinade: In a bowl, mix lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinade the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Coat the chicken well.
- Let It Soak: Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Preheat the Grill: Get your grill ready by preheating it to medium-high heat.
- Prepare to Grill: Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade.
- Grill to Perfection: Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, try switching cilantro with parsley or adding crushed red pepper. Serve with a refreshing drink like a margarita.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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