Grilled Chili Cilantro Lime Chicken
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4.8
Grilled Chili Cilantro Lime Chicken
Description
Grilled Chili Cilantro Lime Chicken involves marinating boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs in a mixture of fresh lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, chopped cilantro, finely chopped garlic, salt, brown sugar or honey, red chili flakes, and ground cumin. The marinade injects brightness from lime and herbs, warmth from chili flakes and cumin, and a touch of sweetness from the sugar or honey, producing a complex flavor profile.
The chicken is marinated from 30 minutes up to 24 hours to ensure the flavors penetrate the meat thoroughly. Grilling over medium-high heat cooks the chicken quickly, forming a lightly charred exterior that adds texture and smoky notes while keeping the inside juicy. Resting the chicken after grilling helps retain moisture and makes slicing easier.
This grilled chicken is versatile for serving. It can be sliced and placed atop salads, served alongside rice or noodles, or used in tortillas for wraps or tacos. Fresh cilantro garnish adds a final herbal brightness.
When preparing this chicken for salads, doubling the marinade and reserving half—before combining with the raw chicken—allows using it as a dressing, avoiding contamination. This tip enhances the dish's cohesion when served over greens.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless, skin-less (or thighs, medium
- MARINADE:
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh
- lime or 1 tsp, zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped
- 2 garlic chopped finely, cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
Instructions
- Whisk the ingredients for the marinade in a small bowl. Place chicken in a large plastic bag or bowl and add the marinade to the chicken. Mix to combine. Seal bag or cover bowl with plastic bag and place in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Pre-heat grill, pan or griddle to medium-high heat. Grill chicken fillets for 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and the skin is golden and lightly charred. Rest for 5 minutes then slice and serve on salad, rice, noodles, or tortillas. Garnish with chopped cilantro and Enjoy!
Notes
- For salad preparations, double the marinade and save half before mixing with chicken to use as a dressing safely.
- Allow the chicken to rest after grilling to retain juices and improve slicing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 203kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 723mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 447mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 196IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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