GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TURMERIC AND LIME

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The secret to these five-star chicken breasts is a simple, flavorful marinade of turmeric, rosemary, garlic, lime juice and olive oil. Most importantly, as with all white meat chicken, don't overcook it or you'll end up with well-seasoned shoe leather.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 pounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons chopped fresh or crushed dried rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Heat a grill or the broiler.
  • Put the oil in a mixing bowl; and lime juice, chile powder, turmeric, rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir to blend well and add the chicken pieces. Turn them in the marinade to coat well. Cover and set aside until ready to cook. If they are to be marinated for a long period, refrigerate them.
  • Place chicken pieces on the grill or on the rack under the broiler. Cover the grill or close the door to the broiler. Cook about 2 to 3 minutes and turn the pieces. Continue cooking until done, about 2 to 3 minutes on the grill, possibly a little longer under the broiler.
  • Remove the pieces and brush the tops with the melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 236, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 307 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Mohamed Sikander Vardalia
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. The chicken is easy to prepare, and it cooks quickly. The turmeric and lime marinade gives the chicken a delicious flavor, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served the chicken with rice and roasted ve


Irvin Romero
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a big hit. The chicken was gone in minutes! I loved the flavor of the turmeric and lime marinade, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Zeeshan Ahmad
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the turmeric and lime marinade gave it a delicious taste. I served the chicken with grilled vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Faizan King
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I've been looking for a healthy and flavorful grilled chicken recipe, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The turmeric and lime marinade is a great way to add flavor to chicken without adding a lot of fat or calories. The chicken was cooked perfect


Geng Atongdit
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This was my first time grilling chicken breasts, and I was really happy with the results. The marinade was easy to make, and the chicken cooked quickly and evenly. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the turmeric and lime gave it a nice tang.


Haji Ahmad
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I love this recipe! The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the turmeric and lime give it a unique taste. I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit with my guests.


Malakye Richard
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This grilled chicken recipe was a hit with my family! The turmeric and lime marinade gave the chicken a delicious flavor, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.