Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken
Juicy, tender Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken is packed with flavor from the quick and easy marinade.
Servings: 6
Calories: 274kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast or thighs (4 small/medium chicken breasts)
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 Tablespoons cilantro finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Zest from 1 lime
- 1 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoons olive oil to oil the grill grates
- 1 lime cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, and honey for the marinade.
- Add the chicken to the mixture, cover and place in the refrigerator. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Put some olive oil on a piece of paper towel and using tongs oil the grill grates.
- Grill chicken 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve with a wedge of lime to squeeze over the cooked chicken and garnish with more cilantro if desired.
Notes
Allow the chicken to cool completely and then transfer leftovers to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat, place on the stove top or in the oven with a splash of water or chicken broth. You can microwave it too, but the texture could change.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 564mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg