Grilled Latin American Chicken with Cilantro-Lime Marinade

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Marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime sauce, grilled to perfection with a smoky char. This Latin American recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh cilantro leaves, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a blender, combine 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; blend until smooth to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a shallow dish and pour the cilantro-lime marinade over them, coating evenly; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken has a smoky char on the edges.
  4. Step 4: Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices and serve with fresh lime wedges if desired.

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