Best Limeade Chicken Recipes

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SPICY GARLIC LIME CHICKEN



Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken image

A delightful chicken dish with a little spicy kick. Serve with rice and your favorite vegetable.

Provided by C. PEREZ

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and parsley. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of chicken breasts.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. Cook 5 minutes more, stirring frequently to coat evenly with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 554.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRILLED LIME CHICKEN



Grilled Lime Chicken image

A wonderful citrusy marinade makes this chicken tangy and tasty. A few hours before dinner, simply marinate the chicken for a fuss-free meal later on.-Lisa Dougherty, Vacaville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup lime juice
1/3 cup olive oil
4 green onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Pound with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the lime juice, oil, onions, garlic, 2 tablespoons dill and pepper; add chicken. Turn to coat; refrigerate, covered, 2-4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reaches 165 °. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED LIME CHICKEN



Roasted Lime Chicken image

The subtle citrus flavor infused throughout this moist and baked lime chicken makes it a frequent request for family dinners. It's the ideal way to use fresh herbs such as rosemary, sage, thyme and parsley. -Kathy Lewis-Martinez, Spring Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
4 medium limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1/4 cup marinade; pour remaining marinade into a large shallow dish. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place lime wedges inside the cavity. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. Place chicken breast-side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Brush reserved marinade over chicken., Bake at 350° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 165°. Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

LEMON-LIME CHICKEN



Lemon-Lime Chicken image

I've served this main dish numerous times for dinner guests and have received many compliments. In fact, every time I make it for my husband, he'll comment, "This is the best chicken I've ever had."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons each lemon juice and lime juice
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a shallow glass dish. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over chicken. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain, discarding marinade. Grill chicken over medium-hot heat, turning once, until juices run clear, about 15-18 minutes.

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