Perfect for a relaxed summer meal, the fresh lime and cilantro does not take long to impart plenty of flavor to simple grilled chicken breasts. This is my go-to, warm weather dinner and be sure to use leftovers for Mexican Grilled Chicken Salad.

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken

Simple, fresh ingredients pack a lot of flavor into this quick-to-prepare grilled chicken dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Marinade time 30

Total Time 1

Course Main Course

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

Gas grill

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 to 2 pounds total)

Marinade:

1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
¾ teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Place chicken breasts in a shallow, non-metal dish or in a resealable plastic food storage bag. Combine marinade ingredients and pour over chicken, turning to coat all sides evenly. Cover dish with plastic wrap or seal plastic bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning chicken half way through marinating.
Meanwhile, preheat gas grill to medium heat (350º-450ºF.). Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place chicken breasts on preheated grill grate and grill, covered, until chicken feels firm but not hard and is cooked through, 8 to 14 minutes, turning occasionally. The easiest way to check for doneness is with an instant read thermometer. Chicken should reach an interior temperature of 165ºF. when thoroughly cooked.
Remove chicken from grill, and allow to stand for 2-3 minutes before cutting.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Grace

Thank you God for the great outdoors, for the warmth of the sun, the gently winds and refreshing rains. Bless us as we gather around picnic tables, on porch swings and on backyard decks to share food and conversation with those you have brought into our good company this day.

Amen.

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken