**Chili Lime Grilled Chicken**
**Quick and Simple Grilled Chicken with a Chili Lime Flair**
One of my go-to recipes during the summer is grilled chicken, and this chili lime variation is one I frequently revisit! The preparation is straightforward—simply marinate the chicken in a blend of lime juice, chilies, and spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano before grilling it! Not only is it uncomplicated to prepare and delicious, but it’s also adaptable; you can enjoy it on its own, toss it in a salad, a sandwich, a wrap, quesadilla, etc. Regardless of how you present it, this chili lime grilled chicken is bound to delight!
**Chili Lime Grilled Chicken Recipe**
**Prep Time**: 5 minutes
**Marinate Time**: 20 minutes
**Cook Time**: 15 minutes
**Total Time**: 20 minutes
**Servings**: 4
**Ingredients**
– 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, pounded or sliced thin
– 2 limes, juice and zest or 1/4 cup lime juice
– 2 tablespoons oil
– 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced/grated
– 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon dried (Mexican) oregano
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon pepper
**Directions**
1. Marinate the chicken in the blend of the other ingredients for 20 minutes to overnight.
2. Shake off the excess marinade and grill (or pan fry) over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked (165F), about 3-5 minutes per side.
**Options**
– Substitute the garlic with 1 teaspoon onion powder.
– Incorporate 1 tablespoon soy sauce (gluten-free for gluten-free).
– Include 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free for gluten-free).
– Serve over cooked brown rice, with beans, grilled corn, peppers, and avocado crema (puree the following in a food processor: 1 avocado, 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 jalapeno, 1/2 cup cilantro, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon lime juice, salt to taste).
**Nutrition Facts**: Calories 155, Fat 10g (Saturated 1g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 82mg, Sodium 373mg, Carbs 14g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 9g), Protein 26g.