Cilantro Lime Chicken
A vibrant and refreshing dish featuring tender grilled chicken marinated in zesty lime juice and fragrant cilantro, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Submerge the chicken breasts in the marinade and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, shake off excess, and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can use bone-in chicken thighs. Adjust cooking time accordingly. This chicken can also be made with shrimp or tofu for different variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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