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Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken

Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken: Juicy Flavor for Every Bite

Experience tender, juicy grilled chicken with a burst of cilantro lime flavor in this quick and easy recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Consider thighs for a richer flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Approximately from about 2 limes.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Divided for marinade and garnish.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced fresh for optimal flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your preference.
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Extra Lime Wedges Perfect for serving with the chicken.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a shallow dish or resealable bag, then pour the marinade over the chicken.
  3. While the chicken is marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F to 400°F).
  4. After marinating, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and take it out of the marinade.
  5. Once the chicken reaches the perfect internal temperature, carefully remove it from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Slice the grilled chicken and place it on a serving platter, garnishing with lime juice and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you don't marinate the chicken for over an hour to maintain tenderness. Always use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.

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