Best 7 Key Lime Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the tropics with our delectable Key lime chicken recipes. Embark on a flavor-packed adventure as we present a symphony of dishes that capture the vibrant essence of Key limes. From the zesty tang of our Key lime chicken marinade to the creamy indulgence of our Key lime pie, each recipe is a testament to the versatility and brilliance of this citrus gem.

Indulge in the tropical fusion of our Key lime chicken, where succulent chicken breasts bask in a marinade of tangy Key lime juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of zesty chili peppers. Grilled to perfection, the chicken emerges with a golden-brown exterior and a juicy, flavorful interior that will tantalize your senses.

For a taste of coastal indulgence, dive into our crispy Key lime shrimp tacos. Succulent shrimp are coated in a zesty Key lime batter and fried until golden brown, then nestled in warm tortillas with a medley of fresh vegetables and a creamy Key lime sauce. Each bite is a burst of coastal flavors that will transport you to a tropical paradise.

Experience a symphony of citrusy flavors with our tangy Key lime chicken salad. Bite into tender chicken pieces tossed in a refreshing dressing made with Key lime juice, honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard. The salad is further adorned with crisp romaine lettuce, ripe avocado, and crunchy walnuts, creating a vibrant and healthy dish that will invigorate your taste buds.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with our luscious Key lime pie, a classic dessert that embodies the essence of this tropical fruit. A creamy, velvety filling made with Key lime juice, sugar, and egg yolks rests atop a graham cracker crust, creating a harmonious balance of tangy and sweet flavors. The pie is then topped with a fluffy meringue, adding a cloud-like texture and a touch of sweetness that will leave you craving more.

Explore the culinary wonders of Key limes with our diverse collection of recipes. From savory main courses to sweet treats, our dishes showcase the versatility and brilliance of this citrus gem. Embark on a taste adventure that will transport you to a tropical paradise, leaving your taste buds tantalized and your heart filled with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY KEY LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



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When I bought a bottle of Key Lime juice on vacation in Florida, I wondered what I would do with it... Now this recipe is a staple in our kitchen! I hope you enjoy it too! The longer you marinate, the better the sweet-sour combo gets!

Provided by ANISSA925

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 tablespoons key lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon lemon pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, mix the key lime juice, honey, garlic, and lemon pepper. Place the chicken in the bag, seal, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes, turning the bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Grill the marinated chicken about 8 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Discard remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 117.1 mg, Sugar 9 g

KEY LIME CHICKEN THIGHS



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I've been cooking since I was a girl, and I like trying new recipes. Key lime juice is a refreshing change of pace from the lemon juice used in many baked chicken dishes. -Idella Koen, Metolius, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter
2 to 3 tablespoons Key lime juice or lime juice
12 to 16 drops hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Dot with butter; sprinkle with lime juice and pepper sauce. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle evenly over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 712mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

KEY LIME CHICKEN LA PALAPA



Key Lime Chicken la Palapa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons shallots
2 teaspoons fresh ginger
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces key lime juice
2 ounces white wine
1 ounce honey
Salt and pepper
1 (2 to 3 pound) chicken or 4 (6-ounce) chicken breasts
1 ounce olive oil
16 ounces portobello mushrooms, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 ounce lima beans
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Using a hot pan, saute the shallots and ginger in the butter for approximately 3 minutes. Add the key lime juice, white wine, honey, salt, and pepper. Reduce the mixture by 50 percent and remove from heat. Brush the glaze over the chicken or chicken pieces. At this point the chicken may either be roasted in the oven or cooked on a grill.
  • For the garnish, heat the olive oil in a skillet. Add the portobellos, peppers, lima beans, balsamic vinegar, and salt, and pepper and saute for approximately 5 minutes.
  • To serve, place the chicken on a platter or individual plates and surround the chicken with the cooked garnish.

CREAMY KEY LIME CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE



Creamy Key Lime Chicken Enchiladas Recipe image

Provided by brandymarshall

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 (4.5-ounce) Old El Paso® chopped green chiles
2 1/2 cups deli rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 (6-ounce) containter Yoplait® Greek 100 Key lime yogurt
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 medium lime
1 (10-ounce) can Old El Paso® enchilada sauce (hot or medium)
12 corn tortillas
1/2 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded, about 2 ounces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook onion, chiles and chicken over medium-high heat about 3 minutes or until chicken is warm and onion is starting to turn translucent. Remove from heat; stir in yogurt, 1/4 cup of the cilantro, and the lime juice. Stir in 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce. Fill each tortilla with 1/4 cup chicken mixture. Roll up; place seam side down in baking dish. Spread remaining enchilada sauce over tortillas; sprinkle with cheese. Bake about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Sprinkle remaining cilantro over enchiladas; serve warm.

WW 3 POINTS - GRILLED CHICKEN AND KEY LIME SALSA



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Make and share this Ww 3 Points - Grilled Chicken and Key Lime Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
1 lb chicken breast, four 4-oz pieces
3 medium oranges, sectioned, white pith and seeds removed
2 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped green chili (to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine Worcestershire sauce, 3 tablespoons of lime juice and chicken in a ziptop plastic bag.
  • Refrigerate up to 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a medium bowl to make salsa.
  • Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill or broiler.
  • Grill or broil chicken until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Serve chicken with salsa.

CHICKEN KEY LIME CURRY



Chicken Key Lime Curry image

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Garlic     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Curry     Potluck     Simmer     Lime Juice     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large onions, sliced (4 cups), divided
1 (1-inch) piece peeled ginger, chopped
4 garlic cloves
2 1/2 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into serving pieces
2 tablespoons curry powder (preferably Madras)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 Key lime, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice
Accompaniment: steamed rice

Steps:

  • Blend 1 cup onions with ginger, garlic, and 1/2 cup water in a blender.
  • Heat oil in a 12- to 14-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Pat chicken dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Brown, skin side down, about 6 minutes (don't turn over), then transfer to a plate. Add remaining onions to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to plate with chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onion-ginger paste to skillet. Cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add curry powder and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, remaining 2 cups water, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a simmer.
  • Return chicken and onions to skillet with sliced lime and simmer, partially covered, turning chicken once, until just cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.

KEY LIME CHICKEN



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Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Key lime juice (bottled OK)
1 tablespoon honey, molasses or brown sugar
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 pounds)
Chopped cilantro and lime for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine lime juice, honey, ¾ cup water, pepper, garlic, oil, ginger and soy sauce in blender or food processor. Process until combined well. Pour over chicken. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator overnight. Remove chicken (discard marinade). Thoroughly oil grill grate. Grill over hot coals, turning once, for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. (May also be broiled but watch carefully, and be prepared to move rack farther from heat source.) Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh key limes instead of bottled key lime juice.
  • If you don't have key limes, you can substitute regular limes, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • If you're using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling, to prevent them from burning.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat until it is cooked through, but not overcooked, to prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, grilled vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Key lime chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. The combination of key lime juice, garlic, and herbs gives the chicken a bright and flavorful taste that is sure to please everyone. Whether you serve it grilled, baked, or fried, key lime chicken is a surefire hit.

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