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Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Chicken

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This Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Chicken is bursting with fresh, zesty flavor from lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and spicy jalapeño. Whether grilled, baked, or air-fried, it’s an easy and healthy low-carb chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, tacos, or salads.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded for mild or with seeds for more heat
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade: In a blender or food processor, combine cilantro, jalapeño, lime zest and juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Coat well. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
  3. To Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6–7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. To Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake chicken in a dish for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. Optional (Air Fryer): Cook at 375°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Let rest a few minutes, then slice and serve as desired.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra juiciness.
  • Add smoked paprika to the marinade for a smoky flavor.
  • For creamier texture, blend in avocado or Greek yogurt.
  • Delicious served over rice, in tacos, wraps, or salads.
  • Can be cooked in grill, oven, or air fryer.

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