Grilled Chili Lime Chicken
Tender and juicy chicken marinated in a zesty mix of lime and spices, perfect for summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, corn, zucchini) for serving
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Mix the Flavorful Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create a vibrant marinade.
- Coat the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the juices run clear.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the chicken with fresh vegetables or over rice.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken longer, up to 2 hours or even overnight. You can also cook this chicken in a grill pan on the stovetop for similar results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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