Best 7 Buttermilk Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of the Southwest with our specially curated recipe for buttermilk southwestern grilled chicken. This tantalizing dish combines the richness of buttermilk with a blend of zesty southwestern spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Grilled to perfection, the chicken emerges succulent and tender, while the aromatic marinade infuses it with a delightful smokiness that will transport you to the heart of the Southwest. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply seeking a flavorful weekday meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



Grilled Buttermilk Chicken image

I created this recipe years ago after one of our farmers market customers, a chef, shared the idea of marinating chicken in buttermilk. The chicken is easy to prepare and always turns out moist and delicious! I bruise the thyme sprigs by twisting them before adding them to the buttermilk mixture; this tends to release the oils in the leaves and flavor the chicken better. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups buttermilk
4 fresh thyme sprigs
4 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 4-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Place the buttermilk, thyme, garlic and salt in a large bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY GRILLED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



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Grilling tends to dry chicken but brining in buttermilk first ensures tender and juicy chicken. For this recipe, I seasoned the buttermilk with chipotle, coriander, cumin, and lime to give it a spicy Southwest flair.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups buttermilk
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, cilantro, lime, garlic, chili powder, coriander, and cumin together in a bowl until smooth. Pour into a 1-gallon-sized resealable bag. Add chicken, close bag, and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and discard any extra marinade. Grill chicken for 16 minutes, flipping at the halfway mark.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 134.1 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 51.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 244 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

GRILLED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



Grilled Buttermilk Chicken image

Saturated, seasoned buttermilk makes this chicken juicy and moist. The process has been simplified to make it quick and easy. It can be scaled to large groups (100+) easily. I often cook for a large church and this is one easy recipe for a group of 100 hungry college students!

Provided by dishgracepoint

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon white sugar
4 pounds boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, pepper, and sugar in a bowl until salt is dissolved.
  • Place chicken in a large stockpot. Add buttermilk mixture and toss until each chicken thigh is evenly coated.
  • Place chicken in resealable bags; squeeze the air out. Marinate in the refrigerator, 2 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until grill marks form, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 551.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRILLED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



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A soak in herb-laced buttermilk imparts a slight tang to this chicken while tenderizing the meat. The key to grilling chicken is to create two heat zones: one for high, direct heat (over the coals) and one for low, indirect heat (away from the coals).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time P1D

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups buttermilk
15 garlic cloves
1 cup fresh rosemary or thyme
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 whole chickens (about 3 pounds each), cut into 8 pieces each (then halve breasts on the diagonal)
Safflower oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Combine buttermilk, garlic, herbs, 2 tablespoons salt, and 2 teaspoons pepper.
  • Divide chicken between 2 baking dishes. Cover with marinade, turning to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, turning chicken occasionally. Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Heat grill to medium with direct and indirect heat zones. Brush grates with oil. Remove chicken from marinade, and pat dry with paper towels. Grill breast halves, thighs, and drumsticks, skin side down, over direct heat for 10 minutes. Flip, move to indirect heat, and grill, covered, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thighs registers 165 degrees, 10 to 15 minutes. Grill wings over direct heat, flipping often, until cooked through, about 15 minutes.

SOUTHWEST GRILLED CHICKEN



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"Lime juice and a splash of pepper sauce lend refreshing zest to this flavorful take on grilled chicken. It's so easy, you'll make it often." -Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bag. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COCONUT-BUTTERMILK SOUTHWESTERN GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE



Coconut-Buttermilk Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe image

Recipe from paleoleap.com I put it here so I don't lose it. I will modify it when I try the recipe out :)

Provided by MissAli

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs chicken parts (thighs, drumsticks, legs, etc)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 lime, juice and zest of
1 bunch fresh cilantro (optional)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups coconut milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the coconut milk and lemon juice. Mix well and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chilli powder, coriander, cumin, turmeric, garlic, lime zest, and lime juice to the coconut buttermilk mixture. Season to taste and mix well.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for 4 to 12 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to a medium-heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill until cooked through and golden on both sides (about 15 to 20 minutes total).
  • Sprinkle with fresh cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1037.2, Fat 52.5, SaturatedFat 30.6, Cholesterol 176.2, Sodium 431.5, Carbohydrate 85.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 77, Protein 57.6

SOUTHWESTERN GRILLED CHICKEN



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A very flavorful marinade. Another family favorite from Jr. League's California Heritage Continues. Prep time does not include 4 hour marinating time.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tomatoes, quartered
2 cups chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup cilantro leaf, fresh (packed)
2/3 cup soy sauce
5 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
4 whole chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Split chicken breasts.
  • Place tomatoes, onions, pepper, garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, oil, lime juice and black pepper in food processor and process for 30 seconds.
  • Pour marinade over the chicken breasts and marinate, covered and refrigerated for at least 4 hours, turning frequently.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and grill over medium coals for 20 to 30 minutes, turning frequently and basting with marinade.
  • Sprinkle the breasts with parsley before serving.
  • Serve with black beans.
  • If serving marinade as a sauce with the chicken, be sure to cook thoroughly!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 1442.3, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.4, Protein 33.7

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful buttermilk marinade to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the grill, or the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium-high heat, so it gets a nice sear on the outside and stays juicy on the inside.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving, so the juices can redistribute.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Buttermilk Southwestern Grilled Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The buttermilk marinade tenderizes the chicken and infuses it with flavor, while the Southwestern spices give it a nice kick. The chicken is then grilled to perfection and served with your favorite sides. Whether you're a seasoned griller or a beginner, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So fire up the grill and give it a try!

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