Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken
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4.8
Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken
Description
This recipe uses thin-sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated at minimum one hour or overnight in a zesty blend of lime juice and zest, olive oil, honey, and fresh cilantro. The combination creates a balance of acidity, sweetness, and herbal freshness. Salt and pepper season the chicken evenly.
Preheating and oiling the grill prevents sticking while grilling over medium-high heat cooks the chicken for about 9 to 10 total minutes until done but still juicy. The citrus marinade imparts tang and the honey adds subtle sweetness that caramelizes slightly on the grill, producing a flavorful crust and tender interior.
The grilled chicken can be served immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges. It fits well as a main protein alongside grilled vegetables, rice, or in wraps. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and can be repurposed for several days.
For storage, keep cooked chicken airtight in the refrigerator up to 5 days or freeze for 3 to 4 months.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast I had 4 breasts, thin-sliced, boneless, skinless
- 1 to 2 teaspoons lime zest
- ½ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup cilantro plus more for garnishing, fresh
- 1 to 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- lime optional for garnishing, wedges
Instructions
- To a large ziptop plastic bag, add all ingredients, seal, and smoosh around to evenly coat chicken. Place bag in fridge for at least 1 hour, or overnight, to marinate.
- Lightly oil grill grates and preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken, discard the bag with the marinade, and grill for about 5 minutes on the first side with lid closed, flip, and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on the second side with lid closed, or until chicken is cooked through and as done as desired.
- Garnish chicken with additional cilantro, optional lime wedges, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight for stronger flavor infusion.
- Lightly oil the grill grates before cooking to prevent sticking.
- Cook chicken until fully done but still juicy; adjust grilling time based on thickness.
- Store leftover cooked chicken airtight in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for 3-4 months.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 781mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 696mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 140IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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