Best 6 Cilantro Lime Marinated Grilled Chicken Recipes

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Cilantro lime marinated grilled chicken is a refreshing andflavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is perfect for summer cookouts or quick and easy weeknight meals. The marinade is made with fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and olive oil, and it helps to tenderize the chicken while infusing it with delicious flavor. Once the chicken is marinated, it is grilled to perfection and served with a variety of sides. Below you will find a few recipes that will walk you through the steps on how to make this flavorful and satisfying dish.

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CILANTRO-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken image

This marinated grilled chicken is not only fast and easy, it's also budget-friendly and kid-approved! Serve with lime wedges and pico de gallo.

Provided by muchemwa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 limes, juiced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 whole whole chicken, cut into 6 pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, cilantro, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken; toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 113.6 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1925.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CILANTRO-LIME MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN



Cilantro-Lime Marinated Grilled Chicken image

I came up with this cilantro-lime marinated grilled chicken when I was craving Mexican food one night. Try using the marinade on pork tenderloin or beef flank steak. Amazing! Use one recipe of marinade per pound of meat.

Provided by Shelley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
½ cup canola oil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 limes, zested and juiced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ jalapeno pepper, ribs and seeds removed, finely minced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Combine chiles, canola oil, cilantro, lime zest and juice, garlic, jalapeno, honey, salt, and pepper in a 1-gallon freezer bag and seal completely. Gently massage the bag to combine ingredients well. Add chicken and turn to completely coat with marinade. Place in the refrigerator and allow to marinate for at least 4 hours for best flavor, turning bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Grill chicken, covered, on the preheated grill until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Remove chicken from the grill and let rest under aluminum foil to redistribute juices back into the meat, 4 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 867.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

JUICY GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH CILANTRO AND LIME



Juicy Grilled Chicken Breast with Cilantro and Lime image

My husband was craving marinated grilled chicken, and since I was out of our normal marinade, I decided to make one of my own with the fresh herbs from my garden. It turned out to have a light, summery flavor and so juicy! Excellent when served with grilled corn on the cob!

Provided by brenda boyle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅔ cup olive oil
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 limes, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (such as Slap Ya Mama®)
2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, cilantro, parsley, lime juice, garlic salt, and Cajun seasoning in a large bowl. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. Baste chicken with marinade as it cooks. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1043.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 92.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 1453.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN



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This is a simple 30 minute marinade I use to Grill Chicken Breasts. Using just a few seasoning and marinating for 30 minutes, you'll have a great tasting grilled chicken

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup light olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix seasoning with fresh lime juice and oil together in a bowl.
  • Place chicken in a reseable plastic bag and pour marinade to coat chicken breast well.
  • Refrigerate 30 minutes or more. (I usually put this together in the morning and let it merry all day).
  • Spray cooking oil on grill. Remove chicken from marinade, and discard.
  • Grillchicken 10 minutes or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 98.8, Sodium 257.5, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 39.6

GRILLED CHILE-CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN



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This easy chile-cilantro-lime chicken is salty, sweet, sour, and spicy. It's great on salads, with rice, or in burritos and wraps!

Provided by boltfan

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, zested
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, garlic, lime zest, salt, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin together in a small bowl. Place chicken in a large plastic bag or a bowl and add lime marinade. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and place in a refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes to 24 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the center and skin is golden and lightly charred, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken breasts to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 639.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

GRILLED LIME CILANTRO CHICKEN WITH SWEET CHILI SAUCE



Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce image

Perfectly grilled tender and juicy chicken marinated in a lime cilantro marinade with soy sauce and topped with sweet chili sauce. Marinate the chicken the night before or the morning-of and you'll be ready for dinner in no time. This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Panasonic

Time 3h27m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag. Combine 1/4 cup cilantro, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and seal the bag. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 3 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat Panasonic® Countertop Induction Oven to Medium on the "Grill" setting.
  • Place chicken on the grill pan. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Brush chicken with sweet chili sauce. Garnish with 1 teaspoon cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 44.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 702.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cilantro and lime for the marinade to get the best flavor.
  • Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a grill pan or under the broiler.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or salad.

Conclusion:

Cilantro lime marinated grilled chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The marinade infuses the chicken with a zesty and flavorful taste, and the grilling process gives it a slightly smoky flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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