You probably have everything in your fridge and pantry to make this cilantro lime chicken marinade because it’s as simple as lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. This chicken marinade with lime and cilantro is perfect for when I’m craving something Mexican-inspired, but also lighter, cleaner, and fresher-tasting than a barbecue sauce or with as much sodium as other marinades have. It delivers flavorful, tender, juicy chicken with a hint of lime and plenty of fresh, herby cilantro!
Recipe Ingredients
To make the grilled chicken and the cilantro lime marinade, you’ll need:
Boneless skinless chicken breasts Lime juice and zest Olive oil Honey Fresh cilantro Kosher salt and pepper
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Grill Lime Cilantro Chicken
Recipe Video Tutorial
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