Cilantro Lime Marinade
If you’re looking for the secret to incredibly tender, flavor-packed grilled chicken, this Cilantro Lime Marinade is it! With bright citrus, fresh herbs, and just the right amount of spice, this easy marinade transforms simple chicken into something truly delicious. Perfect for meal prep, tacos, fajitas, or my favorite—Chipotle-style bowls!
Cilantro Lime Marinade
This Cilantro Lime Marinade is the perfect way to add bold, fresh flavor to grilled chicken. Made with lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and a touch of spice, it creates tender, juicy chicken that’s great for meal prep, tacos, fajitas, and bowls!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- ¾ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 jalapeño seeded & finely chopped (optional)
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 ½ tsp chili powder
- ¾ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ tbsp honey optional
Instructions
- Tenderize chicken & place in a dish.
- Whisk marinade ingredients & pour over chicken.
- Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (longer = better!).
- Grill until perfectly cooked.
- Slice it up and enjoy!
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