Best Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Recipes

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GRILLED CHILI-LIME CHICKEN



Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken image

This is great as a main dish, but if you have left-overs or make a double batch, the chicken can be cut into strips and frozen, then used on salads or in wraps for lunch. I have two recipes I'm posting that use these chicken strips: Chili-Lime Chicken and Avocado Wraps, Chili-Lime Chicken Mexi-Ranch Salad. I also use the leftovers for impromptu fajitas. (In our house, these are "Make it your own self" meals.) I've never tried this marinade on flank steak, but I bet all of the above would be great with it as well. If you try it before I do, please let me know how it turns out!

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons green onions, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except chicken in a large zipper bag. Squish to combine. Add chicken, turn to coat well. Refrigerate and marinate for about 3 hours or so.
  • Heat grill to medium high. Remove chicken and discard remaining marinade. Grill chicken 4-5 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. This works well on an indoor or outdoor grill, but I wouldn't recommend baking it. If you absolutely can't grill it, you might get away with searing it in a skillet.
  • Leftovers can be sliced and frozen to be used later in other recipes. (See above).

CHILI LIME CHICKEN TACOS WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA RECIPE



Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa Recipe image

Provided by Jaclyn

Number Of Ingredients 35

Chili Lime Chicken:
1 lb chicken breasts pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
Chili Lime Rub:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1-4-1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional for more heat)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon brown sugar
fresh-squeezed lime juice from 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
Lime zest from 1 lime
Grilled Pineapple Salsa:
1/2 ripe pineapple, trimmed and sliced
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and quartered
1/2 small red onion, peeled and cut in half (so you have 2 quarters of whole onion)
1 whole jalapeno
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
olive oil
4 flour tortillas or 6-8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup favorite cheese, more or less
Avocado Crema:
1 medium avocado
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • 1. CHICKEN DIRECTIONS - In a small bowl, whisk chicken rub ingredients together and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Time permitting, allow chicken to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 8 hours then bring to room temperature for before cooking. STOVETOP DIRECTIONS If chicken has been refrigerated, let sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes (time permitting). Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once very hot, add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 3-5 minutes, or until nicely browned (or blackened if you prefer) on one side. Turn chicken over, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 5-7 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. 2. GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA DIRECTIONS: Grease grill and heat to medium high heat. Drizzle red onions with olive oil. Drizzle red bell pepper quarters and jalapeno with olive oil to lightly coat. Working in batches as needed depending on grill size, grill pineapple and vegetables at medium high heat until tender and lightly charred all over, about 12 minutes for the onions, turning occasionally, about 8-10 minutes for the pineapple, or until caramelized, flipping once, 6 minutes for the red bell peppers, flipping once, and jalapeno for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally. Once cool enough to handle, dab off any excess oil with paper towels from vegetables and chop pineapple (cutting around core), red bell peppers, and onions. Devein and deseed jalapeno and dice, reserving some of the seeds if desired. Toss pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, ginger, cumin and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. If you would like it spicier, add some of the jalapeno seeds to taste. Can be served immediately or even better chilled. 3. AVOCADO CREMA DIRECTIONS: To make the Avocado Crema, add all the Crema ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth, scraping sides down as needed. May make 4 hours ahead of time and refrigerate in an airtight container. 4. ASSEMBLE TACOS: To assemble, melt cheese on tortillas in the microwave or stovetop then top with Chili Lime Chicken, Pineapple Salsa followed by Avocado Crema.

GRILLED CHILI LIME CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE



Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 18

Marinade/Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
100 ml (just over 1/3 cup) freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro/coriander
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes (adjust to your preference of spice)
1/2 teaspoon ground Cumin
1 teaspoon salt
Salad:
4 chicken thigh fillets, skin removed (no bone)
1/2 yellow capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 red capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 an onion, sliced
5 cups cos lettuce leaves, washed and dried
2 avocados, sliced
Extra coriander leaves to garnish
Sour cream (optional) to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together to combine. Pour half the marinade into a shallow dish to marinade the chicken fillets for two hours if time allows. Refrigerate the reserved untouched marinade to use as a dressing. Heat about one teaspoon of oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and grill chicken fillets on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. (Grill in batches to prevent excess water being released.) Once chicken is cooked, set aside and allow to rest. Wipe pan over with paper towel; drizzle with another teaspoon of oil and grill/fry capsicum/pepper and onion strips until cooked to your liking. Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, avocado slices, capsicum/pepper and onion strips and chicken. Drizzle with remaining marinade/dressing and serve with (optional) extra coriander leaves and sour cream

SWEET CHILI COCONUT-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN WITH COCONUT-LIME CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Sweet Chili Coconut-Lime Grilled Chicken with Coconut-Lime Cauliflower Rice Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup unsweetened light coconut milk, divided
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce, plus more for dipping
1 lime
salt and pepper
1-1/2 lbs chicken breasts
1 medium-sized head cauliflower, grated (6-8 cups)
1-1/2 Tablespoons coconut oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine 1/2 cup coconut milk, sweet chili sauce and the juice of 1/2 lime in a large Ziplock bag. Add salt and pepper then squish to combine. Add chicken breasts then marinate for 30 minutes - 1 hour in the refrigerator. Preheat grill to medium-high, making sure grates are well greased. Grill chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on the first side, then 3-4 minutes on the second side, depending on how big they are and how well done you like them. Remove to a plate to rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, heat coconut oil in a very large skillet over medium/medium-high heat (6 out of 10.) Add cauliflower, season liberally with salt and pepper, and then saute until tender, 5-7 minutes. Squeeze in juice from remaining lime half then add 3-4 Tablespoons coconut milk, depending on how coconutty you want it. Add cilantro then stir to combine. Taste then add salt and pepper if necessary. Scoop onto plates then top with chicken and serve with extra sweet chili sauce for dipping.

GRILLED CHILI-LIME CHICKEN WITH STRAWBERRY-AVOCADO SALSA



Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken With Strawberry-Avocado Salsa image

This dish is amazing in the summer with fresh produce. You can add other things to the salsa; yellow bell pepper is one of our favorites. Sometimes we use the avocado and sometimes we don't. Prep time does not include 4 hours of chill time.

Provided by momofMandM

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 42m

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 lime)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon mild honey
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
4 chicken breasts
8 strawberries, hulled and diced
1/2 avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
1 medium white onion, diced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice (about 1/2 lime)
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • For chicken marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, oil, honey, garlic, chili powder, and sea salt. Pour into a ziplock bag; add chicken. Shake the bag to coat. Chill 4 hours in refrigerator, turning occasionally.
  • Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 12 minutes (or until chicken is done).
  • For salsa: Toss all ingredients in a small bowl. Serve with grilled chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 393.8, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 7, Protein 31.4

TEQUILA CHILI-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



Tequila Chili-Lime Grilled Chicken image

This grilled chicken is very good even without the Tequila. Just set back and enjoy the day with friends. Let the grill do the rest.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
TEQUILA LIME MARINADE
1/2 oz tequila
2 Tbsp lime peel, grated
1/4 c limes, juiced
1/4 c olive or vegetable oil
2 Tbsp ,cilantro, fresh, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
1 small jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Make marinade by mixing all ingredients in shallow glass or plastic or resealable plastic bag.
  • 2. Flatten each chicken breast to 1/4 inch thickness, between sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper. Add chicken to marinade.
  • 3. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Remove chicken from marinade; discard remaining marinade.
  • 4. Cover and grill chicken 4-6 inches from medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is no longer pink.

GRILLED CHILI LIME CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad image

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 batch MARINADE/DRESSING
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon red Chile flakes or red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 batch SALAD
4 pieces boneless chicken thighs, skin removed
1/2 piece yellow bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 piece red pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 piece onion
5 cups romaine, washed and dried
2 pieces avocados, sliced
1 cup cilantro, for garnish
1 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together to combine. Pour half the marinade into a shallow dish to marinade the chicken for about two hours, if time allows. Refrigerate the reserved 'untouched' marinade to use as a dressing
  • Heat about 1 tsp of oil in a grill pan over medium high heat and grill chicken on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. Alternately, you can bbq them. Once cooked, set aside to rest.
  • Wipe pan over with paper towel; drizzle with another tsp of oil and fry pepper and onion strips until cooked to your liking.
  • Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, avocado slices, peppers, onion strips and chicken. Drizzle with remaining marinade/dressing and serve with cilantro leaves and sour cream.

GRILLED LIME CILANTRO CHICKEN WITH SWEET CHILI SAUCE



Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce image

Perfectly grilled tender and juicy chicken marinated in a lime cilantro marinade with soy sauce and topped with sweet chili sauce. Marinate the chicken the night before or the morning-of and you'll be ready for dinner in no time. This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Panasonic

Time 3h27m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag. Combine 1/4 cup cilantro, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and seal the bag. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 3 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat Panasonic® Countertop Induction Oven to Medium on the "Grill" setting.
  • Place chicken on the grill pan. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Brush chicken with sweet chili sauce. Garnish with 1 teaspoon cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 44.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 702.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

GRILLED CHILI-LIME CHICKEN WITH STRAWBERRY-AVOCADO SALSA (PCOS)



Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken With Strawberry-Avocado Salsa (PCOS) image

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoon Lime Juice (from 1 lime)
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Honey
1 Garlic Clove (Minced)
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
4 Chicken Breasts
8 Strawberries (hulled and diced)
1/2 Avocado (pitted, peeled and diced)
1 White Onion (diced)
1 tablespoon Cilantro (fresh)
1 tablespoon Lime Juice (half lime)
1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder

Steps:

  • For chicken marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, oil, honey, garlic, chili powder, and sea salt. Pour into a ziplock bag; add chicken. Shake the bag to coat. Chill 4 hours in refrigerator, turning occasionally.
  • Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 12 minutes (or until chicken is done).
  • For salsa: Toss all ingredients (strawberries, avocado, onion, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder) in a small bowl. Serve with grilled chicken.

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