Best 7 Lime Tarragon Grilled Chicken Recipes

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**Grilled chicken bursting with zesty lime and aromatic tarragon flavors, a tantalizing treat for your taste buds.**

Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our grilled chicken recipes, where lime and tarragon dance together to create a tantalizing symphony of taste. Discover the harmony of zesty lime and earthy tarragon as they infuse the succulent chicken, resulting in a dish that is both refreshing and savory. Let your taste buds embark on a journey of tangy and herbaceous delight, as each bite of tender chicken transports you to a realm of culinary bliss. Whether you prefer a classic marinade or a delectable compound butter, these recipes offer a range of options to satisfy your craving for grilled perfection.

**Journey through a culinary tapestry of grilled chicken recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.**

From the tangy burst of a classic lime-tarragon marinade to the rich, savory flavors of a creamy tarragon and herb butter, these recipes provide a diverse selection to suit every palate. Dive into the vibrant world of herbs and citrus as you explore the subtle nuances of each ingredient, creating a grilled chicken dish that is both familiar and exciting. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a juicy, tender chicken that is perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Get ready to elevate your grilling game and impress your friends and family with these exceptional lime-tarragon grilled chicken creations.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED LIME CHICKEN



Grilled Lime Chicken image

A wonderful citrusy marinade makes this chicken tangy and tasty. A few hours before dinner, simply marinate the chicken for a fuss-free meal later on.-Lisa Dougherty, Vacaville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup lime juice
1/3 cup olive oil
4 green onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Pound with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the lime juice, oil, onions, garlic, 2 tablespoons dill and pepper; add chicken. Turn to coat; refrigerate, covered, 2-4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reaches 165 °. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED TARRAGON CHICKEN



Grilled Tarragon Chicken image

Just a few simple seasonings is all that's needed to make grilled chicken moist and tasty. Mustard and tarragon make great combination.-Janie Thorpe, Tullahoma, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Spread mustard on both sides of chicken; sprinkle with pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Combine butter, lemon juice, tarragon and garlic salt. Grill chicken over hot heat until juices run clear, basting with butter mixture during last 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 12g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH TARRAGON AND YOGURT



Grilled Chicken Skewers With Tarragon and Yogurt image

These grilled chicken skewers are gently spiced with a ginger-and-cumin yogurt marinade, which makes the meat exceedingly tender and cooks to fragrant curds. As they grill, the skewers are gilded with a tarragon-mint baste that tastes distinctly Persian. Restraint and a very hot grill are both key to getting a good char: Don't move the skewers until the yogurt is burnished and the meat releases from the grates. Color is flavor. Catch any juices that run out of the cooked skewers with warm pita bread. Leftovers make excellent chicken salad.

Provided by Clare de Boer

Categories     dinner, lunch, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 teaspoons kosher salt
8 scallions, trimmed
6 pita breads
2 1/2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds, bruised using a mortar and pestle
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime), plus 4 lime wedges for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon, mint or both, plus more torn herbs for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare the chicken: Cut each thigh in half against the grain. Rub with salt and set aside.
  • Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, salt and garlic. Reserve and refrigerate 1 cup marinade for serving. Put remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag and add the ginger, cumin and chicken; squelch around to coat thoroughly then refrigerate for 1 hour, or up to 48 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 1 hour before you plan to grill. If using wooden skewers, immerse them in water to soak for 15 minutes. Alternatively, use metal skewers or none at all.
  • Prepare the grill: Clean the grate thoroughly and build a hot fire. The skewers will cook over intense, direct heat. The coals are ready when they glow red and the grate hisses when you drop water on it.
  • Thread the chicken lengthwise onto skewers (if using), then smear with the marinade from the bag.
  • Prepare the baste: Place the butter and salt in a small saucepan to melt on the cooler side of the grill (or use the stovetop). Once butter is melted, add the lime juice and chopped herbs; keep warm but do not boil.
  • Grilling in batches if necessary, place the chicken on the grill a few inches apart. When you see a good char forming underneath, about 3 to 5 minutes, gently tug a skewer or the chicken: If it feels very stuck, leave it a few more minutes before turning. When the chicken releases easily and looks nicely charred in places, flip it using a fish spatula to gently pry any stuck bits off the grate.
  • Baste the chicken with the herb butter and arrange the scallions in a single layer on the cooler edges of the grill. Let the chicken cook on the second side until firm and cooked through and turn the scallions occasionally until grill-marked and tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Grill the pitas until marked, about 1 minute, turning halfway through. Lay them on the serving platter and place the scallions and chicken on top. Drizzle the bread, scallions and chicken with any remaining warm herb butter. Dollop chicken with reserved marinade, squeeze with lime and top with extra tarragon or mint.

GRILLED LIME CHICKEN THIGHS



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Found this recipe on another website and LOVED it. It makes for such a great summer meal. I like to pair it with frozen margaritas. ;-)

Provided by nikicham

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 4h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs chicken thighs
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons dry tarragon
1 tablespoon minced onion
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place olive oil, lime juice, onion, tarragon, salt, and hot sauce into a large, resealable plastic bag; shake to mix.
  • Add chicken thighs, coat with marinade, squeeze out air, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. (I leave it in overnight).
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill chicken for about 30 minutes, or until no longer pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.8, Fat 61.8, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 191, Sodium 190.2, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 39.6

GRILLED TARRAGON MUSTARD CHICKEN



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large clove garlic
3 sprigs tarragon to yield 1 tablespoon chopped
1 tablespoon grainy mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast

Steps:

  • Mince garlic; wash, dry and chop tarragon. Combine garlic, tarragon, mustard and lemon juice in small bowl.
  • Wash and dry chicken breast, cut in half and add to the bowl, turning to coat with marinade on both sides.
  • Prepare stove-top grill. Grill chicken on both sides until browned, about 10 minutes, spooning any leftover marinade over the chicken before turning.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 213, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 156 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TARRAGON LIME CHICKEN BREAST



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Make and share this Tarragon Lime Chicken Breast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Deantini

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons lime zest
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon tarragon, chopped, fresh (or 2 tsp dried)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients and add to zip lock bag; add chicken.
  • Turn once in awhile to coat chicken.
  • Marinade for 1-3 hours.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
  • Grill or bake chicken until done (approx 12 min on grill or 25 min in oven @ 350F).

TARRAGON-LIME CHICKEN



Tarragon-Lime Chicken image

Provided by Rosemary M. Wyman

Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Broil     Marinate     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Lime     Grill/Barbecue     Tarragon     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Arrange chicken in single layer in glass casserole or pie plate. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk oil, lime juice, tarragon and oregano in small bowl to blend. Pour marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler or prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Transfer chicken to broiler pan or barbecue. Season with salt and pepper. Broil until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Look for a whole chicken that is about 3 to 4 pounds. Make sure it is fresh and not frozen.
  • Prepare the marinade: The marinade is what gives the chicken its flavor. Make sure to use fresh ingredients and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from burning. Cook the chicken for about 10 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken is a healthy and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The lime-tarragon marinade in this recipe gives the chicken a unique and flavorful taste. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

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