Lime Chili Grilled Chicken
- Makes 4 servings
- Prep 30 minutes
- Cook 12 minutes
- Total 45 minutes

This Chili Lime Grilled Chicken is juicy, flavorful and marinated in a satisfying combination of spices making this the reliable summer recipe! Pair it with fresh salsa and cauliflower rice for a complete meal!
We live for grilling in the summer so having a simple go-to marinade is an absolute necessity! This is one of our favorites because it is packed with flavor! You only need a few simple ingredients that you probably already have sitting around your kitchen. A cook use a spice combination of ancho chili powder and chipotle chili powder along with some cumin, coriander and paprika. The
Like A cook said before, this chili lime marinade was just made for summer and this chili lime recipe would be great for tacos, salads, or even on shrimp! A cook keep serving this up with a side of brown rice, vegetables and fresh salsa for a complete meal.
What goes in
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime + zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
How it comes together
- In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients except the chicken.
- Place chicken in a large ziplock bag and pour marinade over top. Let chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour or overnight.
- Preheat grill to a moderate burner and brush grill with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill chicken 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until cooked through (internal temp should be 165 degrees)
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!







