Cilantro Lime Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful grilled chicken marinated in cilantro and lime, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk together lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through.
- Serve the grilled chicken with extra cilantro and lime for garnish.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Ensure your grill is sufficiently hot before grilling to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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