Spicy Grilled Buttermilk Chicken

Grilling tends to dry chicken but brining it in buttermilk results in tender and juicy chicken.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 312 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 4 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
• 1.5 teaspoons chipotle chili powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk buttermilk, cilantro, lime, garlic, chili powder, coriander, and cumin together in a bowl until smooth. Pour into a 1-gallon-sized resealable bag. Add chicken, close bag, and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Remove chicken from the marinade and discard any extra marinade. Grill chicken for 16 minutes, flipping at the halfway mark.