Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
A light and refreshing grilled chicken marinated in cilantro and lime, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix cilantro, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Marinate the chicken in the cilantro lime mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Serve with Flair: Serve with additional lime wedges and cilantro if desired.
Notes
Add a splash of orange juice to the marinade for extra zing. This recipe can also be baked in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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