Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken

Chicken thighs take on incredible flavor from a zesty lime, garlic, and cilantro marinade in this simple grilled chicken recipe.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 235 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 6 skinless chicken thighs
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
• 2 large limes, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons salt-free seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash® Fiesta Lime)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.

Step 2

Mix lime zest, lime juice, green onions, olive oil, cilantro, seasoning blend, garlic, coriander, red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 3

Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag or a bowl with a lid. Pour the marinade over the chicken and cover evenly. Seal the bag or cover the bowl.

Step 4

Place in the refrigerator and marinate for 4 to 6 hours.

Step 5

Remove chicken from the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 6

Cook chicken on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.