Best 10 Grilled Chicken With Cilantro Mint Sauce Recipes

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If you're craving a flavorful and refreshing chicken dish, look no further than grilled chicken with cilantro mint sauce. This delectable dish combines the savory taste of grilled chicken with the zesty and aromatic flavors of cilantro, mint, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for summer cookouts, backyard gatherings, or a weeknight meal, this recipe will surely tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, grilled chicken with cilantro mint sauce is a dish that is both visually appealing and packed with flavor.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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.

CILANTRO LIME GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH



Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Sandwich image

A tangy cilantro lime vinaigrette is both a marinade and sauce for these Mexican-inspired grilled chicken sandwiches.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3/4 cup Food Network Kitchen™ Inspirations Mexican Style Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
4 slices bacon
Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill grates
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chipotle mayonnaise (or other spicy mayonnaise)
4 panini rolls, split
1 avocado, sliced
1 tomato, sliced
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
4 small radishes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken breasts and 1/2 cup of the Mexican Style Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette in a resealable plastic bag. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Oil the grills grate or grill pan. Remove the chicken from the marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
  • Spread the mayonnaise on the cut surfaces of the rolls. Slice the chicken and add to the rolls. Break the bacon in half and place on top of the chicken. Top with avocado and tomato slices, cilantro leaves and radishes. Drizzle each sandwich with 1 tablespoon of the remaining vinaigrette. Press the tops on the sandwiches.

TANDOORI-STYLE CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO-MINT SAUCE



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Grilled chicken cutlets are the perfect blank canvas for a flavorful marinade. This one uses yogurt, ginger, garlic and spices. The bright green sauce made from cilantro and mint is creamy and cooling from coconut milk and has a nice kick from fresh jalapeño.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Olive oil, for the grill
3/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1-inch piece ginger, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 pounds chicken cutlets (4 to 6)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups fresh cilantro
1 cup fresh mint
1/3 cup coconut milk
1 small jalapeño pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make the chicken: Preheat a grill to medium high and oil the grates. Combine the yogurt, lime juice, vegetable oil, ginger, shallot and garlic in a food processor. Add the garam masala, sweet paprika, turmeric and kosher salt; puree.
  • Place the chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a heavy skillet or the flat side of a meat mallet until an even 1/2-inch thickness. Marinate the chicken in the yogurt mixture while you make the cilantro-mint sauce.
  • Make the cilantro-mint sauce: Combine the cilantro, mint, coconut milk, jalapeño, lime juice, vegetable oil and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in the food processor. Puree until smooth.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper and grill until browned and well marked, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and grill until the chicken is cooked through, about 2 more minutes.
  • Top the chicken with the cilantro-mint sauce.

SPICED GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO BUTTER



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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.

CILANTRO-LIME MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN



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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-MINT SAUCE



Cilantro-Mint Sauce image

Use this sauce to make our Grilled Chicken with Cilantro-Mint Rub.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups packed fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup fresh mint leaves
3 small cloves garlic, minced
1 small jalapeno, seeds and ribs removed, roughly chopped
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in the bowl of a food processor with 3 to 4 tablespoons water. Blend until well combined; the mixture should still have some texture.

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH GREEN PEA AND MINT SAUCE



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Talk about great in the hot summer months! We like to serve this with a cold couscous salad, sliced cucumbers and a chilled Chardonnay. I don't know where this recipe came from originally, it's been in my repertoire forever.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 whole chicken breasts
olive oil, for grilling (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 cups frozen peas, blanched and drained well
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 jalapeno, grilled and chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • For the Chicken:.
  • Heat grill to medium.
  • Whisk together the honey and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl.
  • Brush the breasts on both sides with oil, if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the breasts for 7 to 10 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Brush with the honey glaze during the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Serve on a bed of sauce or with sauce drizzled over.
  • For the Sauce:.
  • Place peas, vinegar, mint, cilantro, jalapeno, and salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • With the motor running, slowly add the oil and taste for seasoning.
  • Add the honey and blend again. If the mixture if too thick, blend in a few tablespoons of cold water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.1, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 123.7, Sodium 179.2, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 17.2, Protein 43

SPICED GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO LIME BUTTER



Spiced Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Lime Butter image

This grilled chicken gets a lovely pop of color and flavor from the lime butter-don't skip it! -Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 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 eight 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 thermometer reads 165°., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter ingredients. Drizzle over chicken before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a flavorful marinade to infuse the chicken with delicious flavors.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
  • Make sure the chicken is cooked through before removing it from the grill.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Use fresh herbs for the cilantro-mint sauce for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of chili peppers in the sauce to your desired spiciness level.
  • Serve the grilled chicken with the cilantro-mint sauce, rice, and your favorite vegetables.

Conclusion:

This grilled chicken with cilantro-mint sauce is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is refreshing and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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