Cilantro Lime Chicken Grill (Printable Recipe)
Soak chicken in lime and cilantro, toss it on the grill, and get bold, fresh flavors in every forkful.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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Lime wedges, sprigs of fresh cilantro, and slices of avocado for topping (all optional)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon regular white sugar
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3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped up
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60 ml lime juice, squeezed fresh (about 2 limes)
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Finely grated zest from 2 limes
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2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin, plus more for grilling
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900 grams chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
# Steps to Follow:
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Cut up the chicken if you want, then lay it out with some lime wedges, handfuls of cilantro, and slices of avocado.
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Get your grill hot—aim for medium-high. If you can keep your hand just above the grate for a second before it feels way too hot, you’re good to go.
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Dip a folded piece of paper towel in olive oil, grab it with tongs, and wipe the hot grill grate. This will keep your food from sticking.
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Take those chicken breasts out of the fridge, dry them off with paper towels, and brush both sides with extra olive oil.
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Put chicken breasts on the grill. Leave them for 3–5 minutes each side till the inside hits 74°C and all the juices are clear. Let them rest a minute off the heat.
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Add the chicken breasts into your bowl, making sure you cover them all over with marinade. Stick a cover on or some plastic wrap and chill for at least half an hour (up to 4 hours if you’ve got time).
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Stir together olive oil, lime zest and juice, chopped cilantro, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a big bowl. Whisk until it all looks blended.
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Put your chicken breasts between two pieces of parchment or plastic wrap. Whack them with a rolling pin or meat mallet until they're spread out to about 1.5 cm thick all over.
# Extra Tips:
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Popping the chicken in the fridge after flattening means you get great grill marks and everything cooks evenly.