Cilantro Lime Chicken

(from Mainergirl’s recipe box)

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Serves 4 people

Ingredients

  • 8 Boneless skinless chicken thighs or boneless breasts pounded to 1 inch thickness , about 2lb
  • MARINADE:
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves, packed , measure un-chopped leaves, about 1/2 bunch
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1/4 cup lime juice , about 3 limes
  • 3 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. Add all the marinade ingredients to a blender, and pulse until smooth.

  2. Place the chicken pieces in a bowl or ziplock bag and add in the marinade and ensure that the chicken is evenly coated.

  3. Let it marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.

  4. Grill over medium direct heat for ~4 minutes per side or until internal temperature is 165F. Serve with limes and cilantro for garnish.

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