SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILE SAUCE

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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Marinate     Dinner     Lime

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Ancho Chile Sauce (recipe follows)
Special equipment: Gas or charcoal grill

Steps:

  • Combine the lime juice, soy sauce, oil, sugar, herbs, garlic, chili powder, and cayenne in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place the chicken in a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish 2 inches deep. Pour the marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken piece; cover the grill and cook until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to plates. Serve with Ancho Chile Sauce.

Richmond Ayisi
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Yum!


Karuna Sunar
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Meh.


Cheaub Yahia
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Nive Rathi
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I love that I can make this dish in one pan, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Haramcad Boy
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and smoky. I've made it several times for my friends and family, and it's always a hit.


Tahir Malik
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I think I'll try making it again with less chili powder next time.


Shazia Sajid
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was tender and moist, and the sauce was flavorful and not too spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tanner Combs
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Great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.


xXBxllaBearXx
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! The chicken is incredibly moist and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and smoky. I've made it several times already, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rado labhma
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken turned out dry and tough. The sauce was good, but overall I was disappointed with the dish.


NA2S
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Southwestern cuisine. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the ancho chile sauce is smoky and flavorful. I served it with grilled vegetables, and it was a perfect summer meal.


Jenay Oates
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Amazing recipe! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. Highly recommended!


naod fantahun
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it turned out much better.


Fausa Oloyede
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This dish was fantastic! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and complex. I loved the combination of spices and the smokiness from the ancho chiles. It was a hit with my guests, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Jam Sattar Official
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I think I'll try marinating the chicken next time.


Aijaz Ali Sehwani
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Karenie Rosles
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind. The lime and ancho chile sauce combination is divine, and the chicken was incredibly tender. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Frank Riley
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Wow, this recipe exceeded my expectations! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. The ancho chile sauce was a perfect complement, adding a smoky and slightly sweet taste. I served it with cilantro lime rice and gril