Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken (Printable Version)
Marinated chicken breasts grilled with cilantro and lime for bold, fresh flavor in every bite.
# Ingredients:
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900 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for grilling
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Finely grated zest from 2 limes
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60 millilitres freshly squeezed lime juice (from 2 limes)
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3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Lime wedges, fresh cilantro sprigs, and avocado slices, to serve (optional)
# Steps:
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Arrange chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound to an even thickness of approximately 1.5 centimetres.
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In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
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Place the chicken breasts into the bowl and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
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Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high. The grill is ready when you can hold your hand approximately 2.5 centimetres above the grates for 1 second.
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Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Pat dry with paper towels and lightly brush both sides with extra olive oil.
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Soak a folded paper towel with olive oil, grasp with tongs, and wipe grill grates to prevent sticking.
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Arrange chicken breasts on the hot grill. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 74°C and juices run clear. Remove from grill and rest briefly.
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Slice chicken if desired and serve with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and avocado slices.
# Notes:
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Chilling chicken after pounding helps achieve even cooking and pronounced grill marks.