Description
Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant cilantro-lime paste with garlic and olive oil. Tender, herbaceous, and perfectly charred—this zesty dish pairs well with vegetables or rice.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb total)
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice and zest of 2 limes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp chili powder (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine cilantro, lime juice/zest, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag. Add marinade, seal, and massage mixture into chicken. Chill 15-30 minutes.
Preheat grill to 375°F (190°C). Clean and oil grates with olive oil-dipped paper towel.
Grill chicken 5-7 minutes per side until 165°F internal temperature and charred.
Transfer chicken to a cutting board, let rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before grilling to avoid steaming.
Avoid trimming chicken unless bones block marinade access.
Use parsley if cilantro is unavailable, and lemon juice if limes are out of season.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg