JALAPENO-LIME MARINATED CHICKEN

Jalapeno-Lime Marinated Chicken image

The marinade adds a zesty taste and makes the chicken very tender. I think this is the perfect recipe for a summer picnic. -Coleen Martin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
2/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup honey
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

In a 4-cup measuring cup, combine the first nine ingredients. Pour 2 cups into a large bowl; add chicken. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard marinade. On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting frequently with the reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges