Grilled Chicken with Cilantro and Lime Marinade
Grilled Chicken with Cilantro and Lime Marinade features tender chicken infused with bright citrus, fresh cilantro, and a gentle kick from jalapeño and green chiles. A hint of honey rounds the edges, balancing tang and heat for a juicy, well-charred finish. Perfect for a summer cookout, weeknight dinner, or served over salads and rice bowls.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place chiles, canola oil, cilantro, lime zest and juice, garlic, jalapeno, honey, salt, and pepper in a 1-gallon freezer bag and seal it completely.
- 2
Gently knead the sealed bag to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- 3
Add chicken, then turn it to coat fully with the marinade.
- 4
Refrigerate and marinate for at least 4 hours for best flavor, turning the bag occasionally.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 6
Take the chicken out of the marinade and shake off any excess; discard the remaining marinade.
- 7
Grill the chicken, covered, on the preheated grill until it is no longer pink and the juices run clear, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
- 8
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest under aluminum foil to allow the juices to redistribute, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Calories 444.05 kcal High
- Protein 26.81 g Good Source
- Carbs 20.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 28.85 g High
- Saturated Fat 1.97 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 70.3 mg High
- Sodium 174.57 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.37 g Low Source
- Sugar 5.35 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 231.57 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.37 mg Low Source
- Potassium 86.82 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 52.35 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 47.74 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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