PrintCilantro Lime Grilled Chicken: A Healthy Dinner Delight!
A flavorful and healthy grilled chicken dish marinated in cilantro and lime, perfect for a nutritious dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
- This dish can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg