Description
A vibrant and zesty Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe featuring marinated grilled chicken breasts infused with fresh cilantro, garlic, and lime juice, perfect for a flavorful and healthy meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts (7-8 ounces each)
Marinade
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 limes (juiced)
- 1/2 tablespoon coarse salt
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Mix chopped cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, coarse salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to infuse.
- Preheat Grill: Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking. Preheat grill to high heat.
- Grill Chicken: Grill chicken breasts for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through and juicy.
- Serve: Remove chicken from grill, let rest for a few minutes, then serve with your favorite sides for a fresh, zesty meal.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for even more intense flavor.
- If you don’t have a grill, the chicken can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan or baked at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Use fresh lime juice for best taste; bottled lime juice may alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Let chicken rest after grilling to retain juices and tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (7-8 ounces)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
