5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade for Flavorful Grilled Chicken
This zesty chili lime marinade is quick to make and perfect for enhancing the flavor of grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic, salt, black pepper, and honey until well combined.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill as desired.
Notes
- This marinade can also be used on shrimp or vegetables.
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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