Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken
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Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken
Description
Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken combines fresh lime juice and zest with chopped cilantro and spices to create a vibrant marinade for boneless, skinless chicken breasts. The chicken is first pounded to an even thickness to ensure even grilling. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is grilled over medium-high heat until cooked through and rested before serving. This method yields chicken with a juicy center and a subtly tangy, herbaceous crust enhanced by the toasted cumin and black pepper.
The flavor balance between the tart lime and earthy cilantro, along with a touch of sugar, gives the chicken a refreshing brightness. Grilling imparts a lightly smoky char that complements the marinade's citrus notes. This chicken pairs well with side dishes like rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil , plus more for grilling
- lime zest, grated, from two limes
- 1/4 cup lime juice , about 2 limes
- 3 tablespoons cilantro , chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or wax paper and pound to an even thickness with a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Mix the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, sugar, salt, pepper, and cumin together in a large bowl. Add the chicken and massage the marinade into the chicken.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
- Heat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat and oil the grate with a paper towel.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the refrigerator. Remove them from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Coat the chicken breasts with some olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 338kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 555mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 891mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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