Best 4 Grilled Cilantro Chicken Breasts Recipes

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## Grilled Cilantro Chicken Breasts: A Flavorful and Easy-to-Make Meal

Grilled cilantro chicken breasts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. This recipe uses a simple marinade of olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and spices to create a flavorful and tender chicken breast. The chicken is then grilled to perfection and served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

The marinade for this recipe is made with a combination of olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt. This marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and infuses it with a delicious flavor. The chicken is then grilled over medium heat until it is cooked through and slightly charred.

This recipe also includes instructions for making a simple cilantro sauce that can be served with the chicken. The sauce is made with a combination of cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and garlic. It is a creamy and tangy sauce that complements the grilled chicken perfectly.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes recipes for grilled cilantro chicken tacos, grilled cilantro chicken fajitas, and grilled cilantro chicken salad. These recipes are all easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences.

Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a flavorful dish to serve at your next party, grilled cilantro chicken breasts are sure to please everyone.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST



Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound (2 large breasts) boneless skinless chicken breast, butterflied
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Cilantro Herb Butter, recipe follows
Fresh parsley, optional, for garnish
Scampi Butter, recipe follows
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 pound unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Dash white pepper
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
  • Lightly coat chicken with oil and sprinkle each evenly on both sides with the salt and pepper. Grill chicken breasts for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked; the meat should be solid white throughout and the internal temperature will read 165 degrees F. Remove from grill and immediately top with Cilantro Herb Butter. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve as butter is melting.
  • Follow the Scampi Butter recipe, but use only half of the garlic, and replace the parsley with 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro.
  • In a bowl, whisk all ingredients until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate until ready to use. Use the Scampi "base" to make different flavored butters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 0 grams

CILANTRO-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



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This marinated grilled chicken is not only fast and easy, it's also budget-friendly and kid-approved! Serve with lime wedges and pico de gallo.

Provided by muchemwa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 limes, juiced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 whole whole chicken, cut into 6 pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, cilantro, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken; toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 113.6 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1925.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

JUICY GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH CILANTRO AND LIME



Juicy Grilled Chicken Breast with Cilantro and Lime image

My husband was craving marinated grilled chicken, and since I was out of our normal marinade, I decided to make one of my own with the fresh herbs from my garden. It turned out to have a light, summery flavor and so juicy! Excellent when served with grilled corn on the cob!

Provided by brenda boyle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅔ cup olive oil
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 limes, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (such as Slap Ya Mama®)
2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, cilantro, parsley, lime juice, garlic salt, and Cajun seasoning in a large bowl. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. Baste chicken with marinade as it cooks. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1043.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 92.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 1453.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO MARINADE



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This has become a quick and easy favorite that we frequently make on the grill. Despite the ease of prep, it is bursting with flavor. It is from the Black Dog Tavern's Summer on the Vineyard Cookbook.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced (I use more)
1 lime, zest of
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the marinade ingredients in a deep bowl. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat completely. Cover the bowl and refrigerate.
  • Marinade for about 1 hour. You can leave the chicken in the marinade longer, but because the mixture is very acidic, the chicken will begin to appear poached.
  • Preheat your grill. Cook the chicken over medium hot coals for about 3-5 mins per side.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the chicken its flavor, so make sure to use a flavorful one. The recipe in the article uses a marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme. You can also experiment with other marinades, such as a yogurt-based marinade or a spicy marinade made with chili powder and cumin.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat: Grilling the chicken over medium heat will help to prevent it from drying out. If you grill the chicken over high heat, it will cook too quickly and the outside will be overcooked while the inside is still raw.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: The best way to tell if the chicken is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken breast and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: Letting the chicken rest before serving will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled cilantro chicken breasts are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful marinade and then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken breast that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal.

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