on Apr 11, 2014, Updated Oct 03, 2023 30 Comments Simple suppers are some of my favorites and are often a necessity around my house! Quick, easy chicken recipes that are tasty and packed full of flavor are some of my favorites! And this easy Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe certainly does not disappoint. This chicken is perfect for a quick meal, made with a simple cilantro lime marinade and then grilled to perfection, so perfect for busy nights and a crowd favorite for casual entertaining too.

How to Make Cilantro Lime Chicken

The key to this delicious chicken recipe begins with the cilantro lime marinade. It’s simple but gives the chicken the most amazing flavor. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients

Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information.

Chicken – boneless, skinless chicken breasts. You can substitute with boneless chicken thighs but the thighs will cook faster than the chicken breasts, so watch them carefully. Cilantro – Use chopped fresh cilantro, including the stems, for the marinade. The stems have a lot of flavor in them. Use more chopped fresh cilantro once the chicken has finished cooking. You’ll need a large bunch of fresh cilantro for the whole recipe. If you do not care for cilantro, you can use fresh flat-leaf parsley. Limes – Use fresh limes for their juice and zest for the marinade, as well as limes for final preparation of the chicken before serving. Cumin – Use ground cumin. Cilantro and cumin are so flavorful together in this recipe. Cayenne pepper – A bit of cayenne pepper adds the perfect amount of spice to this marinade without being overpowering. You can substitute with paprika for the color without the heat if you aren’t a fan of cayenne! Stone House Seasoning – My homemade seasoning blend is perfect in this mariande. Olive Oil – Use a bit of extra virgin olive oil in the marinade and a bit for brushing the grill or grill pan.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Freezing Instructions

Once cooked, allow to cool completely. Portion into a freezer-safe container(s) and freeze up to 3 months. To serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, reheat, and serve.

Alternately, prep the cilantro lime chicken without cooking, portion it into a freezer-safe container(s), and freeze for up to 3 months. To cook, remove from the freezer and thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Then, cook as instructed.

Ways to Serve Cilantro Lime Chicken

Large Salad – I love to cut my chicken into pieces and serve as a part of a large salad platter. The salad is delicious with mixed greens, green onions, avocado, tomatoes, and homemade ranch dressing. Grill or bake! If you don’t have a grill, this dish is delicious cooked in a grill pan on the stove or in the oven too! Wrap – Grill some tortillas and pair the chicken with some salad greens, black beans, and avocado for a delicious wrap. Main Dish with Sides – Pair with sides like rice, black beans, or a grilled corn salad. Make some nachos by placing chicken on top of tortilla chips and other favorite ingredients like salsa and queso. It is also delicious topped with a bit of avocado salsa and served with a favorite side dish.

More Cilantro Lime Recipes

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