Lime Marinade For Grilled Chicken
Making this lime marinade for grilled chicken could not be easier! It is perfect for the summer grilling season or any time of year.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts you can use thighs if you prefer!
marinade for chicken
- ½ cup lime juice
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) optional. I like a little spice, if you don't, omit.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Start by mixing the marinade for the chicken.
- Pound out the thick end of the chicken breast until it is all an even thickness.
- Next, place the chicken in a ziplock bag and add the marinade. Close and remove most of the air. Massage the chicken to ensure the marinade covers all the chicken.
- Place in fridge for at least 3o minutes or up to 10 hours.
- Pull chicken from the fridge and bring to room temp. Sprinkle with salt.
- Heat grill to 450 degrees.
- Grease grates on the grill and add chicken. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side. Let chicken rest for a few minutes before cutting.