Chili Lime Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Additional Time

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 22 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    366 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chili Lime Chicken

The bright, bold flavors of lime, chili, and cilantro make for a delicious marinade! It only takes a couple of hours for the chicken to soak up those flavors and it turns out so moist after grilling.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 chicken breasts about 5 ounces each
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced cilantro
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
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Instructions

  1. Add the oil, lime juice, cilantro, and spices to a large ziptop bag or a large dish and whisk well to combine.
  2. Pound out the chicken to an even thickness and add to the marinade. Toss chicken in the marinade to coat.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours.
  4. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the chicken to the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until an internal thermometer reads 165 degrees.
  6. Remove from the heat and let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with additional cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs will work just as well as chicken breasts. Use whichever you prefer.
  • Be sure to pound the chicken out to an even thickness for even cooking.
  • This recipe does not turn out spicy as written. To add spice, add cayenne pepper to the marinade. 
  • If you dislike cilantro, it can be swapped for chopped parsley.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1chicken breast Calories 366kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 145mg (48%) Sodium 858mg (36%) Potassium 896mg (26%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 559IU (11%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 366 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1chicken breast
Calories 366kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 858mg 36%
Potassium 896mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 559IU 11%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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