Best 7 Limeade Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a zesty culinary journey as we explore the tantalizing world of Limeade Chicken, a dish that harmoniously blends tangy citrus flavors with succulent chicken, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. From the classic Limeade Chicken, featuring a marinade that infuses chicken with a burst of lime and garlic, to the tantalizing Grilled Limeade Chicken, where the smokiness of the grill enhances the citrusy notes, each recipe promises a unique flavor adventure. For those seeking a healthier option, the Air Fryer Limeade Chicken offers a guilt-free indulgence, while the Slow Cooker Limeade Chicken provides a convenient and effortless way to savor this delectable dish. And for a delightful twist, the Limeade Chicken Tacos introduce a vibrant fusion of Mexican flavors, making this versatile dish a true crowd-pleaser. Join us as we embark on a culinary expedition, discovering the secrets behind this exceptional dish and unlocking the potential for unforgettable meals.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN RECIPE



Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe image

All-star cilantro lime chicken recipe! Chicken thighs, prepared Mediterranean-style with a special spice mixture and cooked to tender perfection in a tasty garlic, lime and cilantro sauce. You can cook this in the oven (my preference) or in the slow cooker (see notes for instructions). Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are my preference here, but you can use boneless thighs or even chicken breasts if you like. (Note that cooking time will change, and I've listed all the details in the post.)

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 chicken thighs, (bone in, skin on)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
6 garlic cloves, (roughly chopped)
1 cup dry white wine
2 limes, (juice of)
2 cups chicken broth
1 bunch cilantro, (stems removed, chopped; more for garnish)
1 to 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt like this one
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika,
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, mix the spices. Pat the chicken thighs dry, and season each thigh on both sides with the spice mix. Be sure to season underneath the skin as well. Let the chicken thighs sit in room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  • Brown the chicken. When ready, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cast iron skillet (with a lid). Brown the chicken thighs deeply on both sides in the heated oil. Remove from skillet and set aside briefly. Brown the chicken thighs deeply on both sides in the heated oil. Remove from skillet and set aside briefly.
  • Lower the heat and deglaze the skillet with the white wine. Let cook to reduce and then add the broth. Bring the liquid to a simmer then add the lime juice and garlic.
  • Now. return the chicken to the skillet and toss in the cilantro. Bring to a high-simmer for about 5 minutes or so.
  • Cover the skillet with the lid and transfer to the heated oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with more cilantro, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.5 kcal, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 19.2 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY GARLIC LIME CHICKEN



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A delightful chicken dish with a little spicy kick. Serve with rice and your favorite vegetable.

Provided by C. PEREZ

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and parsley. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of chicken breasts.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. Cook 5 minutes more, stirring frequently to coat evenly with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 554.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

HONEY-LIME CHICKEN



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An easy weeknight dinner for honey-lime chicken with ingredients most people have on hand.

Provided by IvyK

Categories     Skillet Chicken Breasts

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Combine flour and cayenne pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add a few chicken strips at a time and shake to coat.
  • Melt butter in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Combine lime juice, honey, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl; pour over the chicken. Continue to cook until juices run clear and the sauce is thickened, 3 to 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 132 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

LIMEADE CHICKEN



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Yummy! Serve with lime wedges, a seasoned white rice and a salad and it makes a great meal quick meal.

Provided by michelle pitts

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 chicken breast halves
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1- 6 oz can limeade concentrate
3 tbs brown sugar
3 tbs ketchup

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle chicken evenly with the salt and pepper.
  • 2. Brown chicken in a lightly greased non stick pan over medium high heat 4 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet.
  • 3. Add limeade concentrate, brown sugar and ketchup to pan and cook 5 -7 minutes until thickened.
  • 4. Return chicken to pan, cover and cook 10- 15 minutes.

REALLY EASY AND GOOD GRILLED LIME CHICKEN



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The marinade for this makes the chicken so moist and tasty, and can be used just as well with any other part of the chicken, especially good with chicken legs. The chicken can be broiled in the oven also. Plan ahead, the chicken needs to be marinated in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours. Recipe can be doubled for more chicken. Prep time is 3 hours marinating time.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 3h8m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 large limes)
1/3 cup oil
2 -3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste)
black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine/whisk the lime juice, oil, honey, thyme, rosemary, garlic and black pepper (if using).
  • Place the chicken in a shallow glass baking dish.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours.
  • Grill (or broil) for about 4 minutes on each side, until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 78.3, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 9.2, Protein 27.6

GARLIC LIME CHICKEN



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"I love garlic, and this golden-brown chicken with its fragrant spices and citrus tang is an excellent way to showcase its popular flavor," writes Dorothy Smith of El Dorado, Arkansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup lime juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried coriander
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
8 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, vinegar, garlic and seasonings; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Discard marinade. In a skillet, brown chicken on all sides in oil. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 170° and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

ROASTED LIME CHICKEN



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The subtle citrus flavor infused throughout this moist and baked lime chicken makes it a frequent request for family dinners. It's the ideal way to use fresh herbs such as rosemary, sage, thyme and parsley. -Kathy Lewis-Martinez, Spring Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
4 medium limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1/4 cup marinade; pour remaining marinade into a large shallow dish. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place lime wedges inside the cavity. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. Place chicken breast-side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Brush reserved marinade over chicken., Bake at 350° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 165°. Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best for this recipe. If you're using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
  • Use fresh lime juice: Fresh lime juice gives the chicken a bright, citrusy flavor. If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice, but the flavor won't be as good.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through but still tender and juicy. Overcooked chicken is tough and dry.
  • Serve immediately: Limeade chicken is best served immediately after it's cooked. The chicken will start to dry out if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Limeade chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of lime juice, lime zest, garlic, and spices, then baked until cooked through. The result is a tender, juicy chicken with a bright, citrusy flavor. Serve limeade chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

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