Zesty Chili Lime Marinade
Zesty Chili Lime Marinade is your go-to flavor enhancer, bringing a burst of sunshine to any dish. This quick and easy marinade features a vibrant blend of tangy lime juice, spicy chili powder, and fresh garlic, making it perfect for marinating chicken, beef, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- Juice of 3 ripe limes (about 120ml)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup olive oil (60ml)
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- Juice the limes into a mixing bowl and reserve some zest if desired.
- Whisk minced garlic, chili powder, olive oil, and honey into the lime juice until well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them. Seal tightly and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard leftover liquid. Grill for about 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg