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Southwest Grilled Chicken
Tangy and a little spicy, this juicy grilled chicken is sure to become your go-to! Marinated in Southwestern spices and seasonings, it's so good on salads, with pasta, in burrito bowls, or all by itself.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating time
20 mins
Total Time
38 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 328 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast thin or butterflied
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt pressed
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice about 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- To make southwest seasoning, stir together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, ground pepper, and cayenne pepper (optional).
- Poke chicken all over with a fork. Place the chicken in a dish or zip top bag and pour the seasoning over the chicken on both sides. Add the lime juice and oil and mix to combine. Refrigerate for up to 4 hours, with a minimum of 20 minutes.
- Heat the grill to medium heat and brush with oil to prevent sticking. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Cook to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
- Once done, remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Then serve warm. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Substitutions: You can use any cut of chicken including chicken thighs, wings, legs, and even whole chickens with this marinade. Cook times will vary.
- How to Store: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 6 months.
- How to Scale: You can easily double the recipe and use the chicken throughout the week to meal prep.
- You can give those leftovers a makeover to use later in the week, or month if frozen for a completely new and exciting dinner. *See original post for some suggestions!*
- To freeze, allow cooked chicken to cool to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag and label. Freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
Serving
7oz
Calories
328kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
49g
(98%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
862mg
(36%)
Potassium
887mg
(25%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Vitamin A
426IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
22mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 7oz | |
| Calories | 328kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 862mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 887mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 426IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.