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Zesty Lime Marinade for Tender Chicken

Zesty Lime Marinade for Tender Chicken

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Friendly

Description

Imagine juicy Lime Chicken with a tangy, garlicky flavor! The trick to making this marinade taste awesome is a touch of savory depth and brown sugar for that sweet caramelized goodness. This recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, whether you are using a skillet, grill, or oven. It is super healthy, juicy, and bursting with zesty lime flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 600–750 g (1.2 – 1.5 lbs) Chicken breasts or boneless thighs
  • Zest from 1 lime
  • 4 tbsp Lime juice
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped Cilantro (optional)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp Olive oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pound the thick part of each chicken breast with your fist or a rolling pin until it is about 1.7 cm (2/3 inch) thick. Skip this step if using chicken thighs.
  2. Marinate: Combine the chicken and marinade ingredients in a ziplock bag. Seal and squeeze to mix. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours, up to 48 hours.
  3. Cook (Pan): Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until caramelized and golden brown.
  4. Cook (Grill): Brush oil on the grill and preheat to medium-high. Grill the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until caramelized.
  5. Cook (Oven): Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the chicken for 15 minutes, then turn on the broiler to high and grill for another 3 minutes to caramelize the surface.
  6. Rest: Place cooked chicken on a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Soy sauce is used for a salty punch and depth. You can prepare this ahead of time by freezing the chicken in the marinade; simply defrost in the fridge overnight. Adding finely chopped fresh chili or chili paste to the marinade is a great way to add an extra kick.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grill, Pan-fry, Bake
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 275 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 412 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

Keywords: best lime marinade for chicken, easy lime marinade for chicken, simple lime marinade for chicken

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