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cilantro lime marinated chicken on black grill pan with lime slices; in background is cutting board with sliced chicken breast

Cilantro Lime Marinated Chicken

The cilantro lime marinade makes this chicken tender and flavorful. It's delicious by itself, in sandwiches, or to top a salad.
5 from 1 vote
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Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • Juice from 3 limes plus the zest of 2
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 4 cloves large garlic finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine all but the chicken and mix well. Add the chicken and incorporate the brine all around the chicken breasts. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken from the refrigerator and heat grill pan or cast iron skillet on high heat. Grill chicken for about 8 minutes on the first side. Turn over and cook for another 5 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. Remove chicken to a cutting board and allow to rest for about 10 minutes.
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