Garlic Lime Chicken
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a vibrant garlic and lime mixture, 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: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together the minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken by placing it in a resealable plastic bag and pouring the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the chicken for grilling by removing it from the marinade and discarding the excess.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate up to 4 hours. Can be made on a stovetop grill pan or broiler if a grill is unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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