Grilled Chile-Cilantro-Lime Chicken

Citrusy sweet with a hint of spice, this marinated chile-cilantro-lime chicken is an easy grilled main dish that's full of flavor.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 204 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 1 lime, zested

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Whisk lime juice, olive oil, garlic, lime zest, salt, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin together in a small bowl. Place chicken in a large plastic bag or a bowl and add lime marinade. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and place in a refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes to 24 hours.

Step 3

Place chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the center and skin is golden and lightly charred, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken breasts to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and garnish with cilantro.