Chili Lime Grilled Chicken
A flavorful and adaptable grilled chicken recipe that can be enjoyed throughout the week, perfect for busy nights or gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 2 lbs Chicken tenders, thighs, or breast Choice of cut for moisture
- 2 tbsp Olive oil Adds richness
- 1 stick Butter Provides creaminess
- 8-10 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances flavor
- 1 tbsp Hot sauce Adds heat
- 2 teaspoons Red pepper flakes Brings spice
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1/3 cup Fresh parsley, minced Adds freshness
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Imparts nuttiness
- 2 teaspoons Paprika Offers mild sweetness
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances garlic flavor
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder Adds savory depth
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Provides mild heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim excess fat or skin from the chicken pieces. Ensure they are of consistent size for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, butter, minced garlic, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until cohesive.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the marinade thoroughly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place on the grill.
- As the chicken grills, sprinkle parsley, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on top.
- Grill chicken for about 6–8 minutes on one side, check for doneness, then flip and grill for another 6-8 minutes.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve on a platter, garnished with extra parsley and lime if desired.
Notes
For best results, pound thick chicken to an even thickness, marinate longer if possible, and ensure the grill is clean. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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