Cilantro Lime Chicken
Jun 20, 2022 18:17:49 GMT -5
Post by songbird on Jun 20, 2022 18:17:49 GMT -5
Cilantro Lime Chicken
This Cilantro Lime Chicken has incredible flavor thanks to a quick and easy marinade! The cilantro lime chicken marinade produces so much flavor and keeps the chicken wonderfully moist and outrageously delicious! This easy chicken marinade recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Great for grilling and baking!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Servings4
Ingredients
¼ cup cilantro minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoon lime juice about two large limes
1 tablespoon taco seasoning optional
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper or lemon pepper for more flavor
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 3 to 4 breasts
Instructions
Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in a large ziploc bag.
Add the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice and taco seasoning. Close the bag, removing any extra air, and gently massage marinade into the chicken.
Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Prepare the grill by heating it to roughly 350-400°F.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook on each side for 6 minutes, until the core temperature of the chicken reads 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Cooking Methods
Marinated chicken can be cooked on the grill, in the oven or on the stovetop. Here are my tips for cooking it best:
Grilling: Preheat grill to medium high heat and lightly oil the grates. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Chicken needs to reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken from grill and tent with foil. Let chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place marinated chicken on a shallow baking sheet or baking pan and cook for 18 to 22 minutes (or 450F for 15 to 18 minutes if you’re in a hurry) or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Stovetop: Preheat a skillet over medium high and and add a couple tablespoons of oil to the pan. Cook chicken for 8 to 10 minutes on each side or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Use a stovetop grill pan for those pretty sear marks!
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