Description
This Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe is bursting with fresh, zesty flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. The citrus-infused marinade tenderizes the chicken while creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes. Served with a refreshing mango-avocado salsa, this dish is perfect for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1–1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 oranges
- 3 limes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2–1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
For Serving
- 1 batch mango-avocado salsa
- cilantro-lime rice or coconut-lime rice, optional
Instructions
- Zest orange and lime: Use a zester to get 1 teaspoon of zest from each. Juice them to get 3/4 cup orange juice and 1/3 cup lime juice.
- Prepare marinade: Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill: Grill chicken for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with reserved marinade.
- Prepare salsa and rice: Make mango-avocado salsa and rice if desired.
- Serve: Place grilled chicken over rice and top with salsa. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking times may vary, so use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165℉.
- Store cooked chicken in the fridge for up to 3 days and salsa for 1 day. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
