Cilantro Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Cilantro Chicken—a quick and easy recipe bursting with zesty freshness and bold spices. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a fragrant blend of lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and ground cumin, with the starring ingredient being fresh, aromatic cilantro. Optional jalapeño adds a subtle kick for spice lovers, making this dish customizable to your taste. Perfectly grilled to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, salads, or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, mouthwatering meal. With minimal prep time and an overnight marinade option, Cilantro Chicken is ideal for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. Keywords: cilantro chicken recipe, grilled chicken, fresh cilantro marinade, easy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 optional jalapeño pepper
Instructions
Begin by finely chopping the fresh cilantro leaves and set them aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
If using a jalapeño pepper, finely chop it and add to the marinade for extra heat.
Stir in the chopped cilantro to finish the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour up to overnight to allow the flavors to infuse the chicken.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the cilantro chicken with rice, salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2937 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 220.1 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2529 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
