Cilantro Lime Chicken

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This easy Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe is quick to make and has tons of flavor.  Perfect chicken marinade for grilling, baking, or sautéing and freezes well, too.Categories: Clean, Easy Weeknight Dinner, HealthyDifficulty: EasyKeyword: cilantro chicken, cilantro lime chicken, lime chickenServings: 4Calories: 302 kcalAuthor: Lacey BaierIngredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 limes approx. 4 tbsp. juice, juiced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro*
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl or large sealable, Ziplock bag, combine the chicken breasts, freshly squeezed lime juice, ground cumin, sea salt, ground black pepper, cayenne, and fresh cilantro.
  2. Toss to combine and coat the chicken well.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap (or close Ziplock bag tightly) and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-3 hours, to allow the marinade to work.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with the olive oil.
  5. Remove the chicken from the fridge and place in the hot oil.
  6. Cook the chicken until well-browned on both sides and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F internal temperature.
  7. Allow to rest for 5 minute before slicing and serving.

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