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Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
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Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor, this Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken is the kind of meal you'll find yourself making again and again. A
Course Dinner
Cuisine chicken, grill
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinading time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 253kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 2 limes zested and juiced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ⅛ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • Garnishes- extra cilantro slices of lime

Instructions

Directions for the marinade:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper. Set aside.
    cilantro lime marinade in a bowl
  • Using a meat tenderizer, pound the chicken breasts until they are even in thickness. Place the chicken in a 9x13 dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
    chicken breast in a baking dish with marinade

Grilling instructions:

  • Prepare your grill for medium-high direct heat. Place the chicken on the grill, and cook for 6-8 minutes turning once halfway through cooking time. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F
    chicken breast on a grill
  • When cooked through, remove from heat and let it rest a few minutes before cutting. Serve with extra fresh cilantro and slices of lime to squeeze on top.
    Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken on a cutting board

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 847mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg