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Grilled Honey Lime Cilantro Chicken

Perfectly grilled tender and juicy chicken marinated in a honey lime cilantro marinade. The flavor of this chicken is incredible!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner, entree, main, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken marinade, chicken marinade recipe, cilantro lime chicken, grilled chicken, grilled honey lime chicken, grilled honey lime cilantro chicken, grilled honey lime cilantro chicken recipe, honey lime chicken, honey lime chicken marinade, honey lime cilantro chicken, honey lime cilantro marinade
Servings: 6 Servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic about 2 cloves
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine ¼ cup fresh lime juice, ½ cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper in a large ziplock bag or large bowl.
  • Add 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring all of the chicken is coated. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken on each side for about 3-4 minutes, until it reaches an internal temeprature of 155 degrees Fahrenheit and is no longer pink.
  • Tent with foil and let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

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Notes

Leftover, Reheat, and Make Ahead Instructions
  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave in 30 second intervals until warmed through.
  • Freezer: Freeze chicken in the marinade for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before grilling. Cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Make Ahead: You can marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Store in an airtight container or ziplock bag. Avoid stainless steel and other metal containers.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 132IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg

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