Best 5 Grilled Chicken With Cilantro Marinade Recipes

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Grilled chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for summer cookouts. The key to making a great grilled chicken is the marinade, which infuses the chicken with flavor and helps it to stay moist. Cilantro is a great herb to use in a marinade because it has a bright, citrusy flavor that pairs perfectly with chicken. If you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make grilled chicken recipe, look no further than this cilantro marinade.

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

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

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO MARINADE



Grilled Chicken With Cilantro Marinade image

This has become a quick and easy favorite that we frequently make on the grill. Despite the ease of prep, it is bursting with flavor. It is from the Black Dog Tavern's Summer on the Vineyard Cookbook.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced (I use more)
1 lime, zest of
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the marinade ingredients in a deep bowl. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat completely. Cover the bowl and refrigerate.
  • Marinade for about 1 hour. You can leave the chicken in the marinade longer, but because the mixture is very acidic, the chicken will begin to appear poached.
  • Preheat your grill. Cook the chicken over medium hot coals for about 3-5 mins per side.
  • Serve and enjoy.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO-MINT SAUCE



Grilled Chicken with Cilantro-Mint Sauce image

Don't let the chicken cook too long, or the paste will darken; serve with the sauce and steamed green beans.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 recipe Cilantro-Mint Sauce, made without the water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grill or grill pan
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut in half and each half cut into thirds
Course salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the cilantro-mint sauce and the oil. Arrange the chicken in a nonreactive dish. Spread the green paste all over each piece of chicken.
  • Heat a well-oiled grill set over medium-high heat until very hot. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until meat is cooked throughout, about 4 minutes per side. Serve.

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

SPICED GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO BUTTER



Spiced Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Butter image

The spicy heat of the chicken pairs beautifully with the flavorful cilantro butter in this original recipe from Diane Halferty of Corpus Christi, Texas. We added spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar to the chicken, which complemented the other spices that are brushed over the chicken before grilling. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
6 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each )
CILANTRO LIME BUTTER:
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 serrano pepper, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Brush over chicken. , Place chicken skin side down on grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 15 minutes. Turn; grill 20-25 minutes longer or until a meat thermometer reads 165°., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter ingredients. Drizzle over chicken before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. This will help the chicken cook quickly and evenly.
  • Make sure the chicken is at room temperature before grilling. This will help it cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade will help to tenderize the chicken and add flavor.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken with cilantro marinade is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the marinade adds a refreshing burst of flavor. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Try it with different types of chicken, marinades, and sides. You're sure to find a combination that you love!

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