Marinated Grilled Chicken Breasts

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Are you looking for a simple chicken recipe that tastes great and is easy to do? These Marinated Grilled Chicken Breasts are the best. You can easily have juicy chicken in no time at all! 

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Be certain to check out my Hot Chicken Salad recipe that would be great for leftover chicken or a fun summertime picnic. 

This would also be perfect with a side dish of Creamy Red Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs!

Marinated Grilled Chicken Breasts

I love eating chicken. What I find so great about chicken is that it’s a super simple meat that can take on so many different flavors. The more that I can grill, the more I like chicken. This recipe is unique in the fact that it has fresh lime juice as well as lime zest. It’s not often that you get a chicken meal full of so much citrus flavor and taste!

This is why I love to make this for the summer months. I’ll even cut it down into shredded pieces and it makes an amazing chicken taco recipe, too. 

Can you marinate chicken for too long?

This is what you have to be aware of when you’re marinating chicken. It does an excellent job of taking on the flavor of the ingredients but there can be too much flavor that it takes on as well. 

How do you know when chicken is done cooking on the grill?

You need to use a meat thermometer to find out the internal temperature. Once the internal cooking temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees, that is your signal that it’s done and ready to be pulled. 

I highly recommend a meat thermometer for readings so that you’re accurate and not taking a chance of eating undercooked chicken. 

Are you ready to learn how to make this citrus chicken recipe? I think you’re going to find that it’s super simple to do! 

Ingredients to make Grilled chicken with fresh lime juice

Just gather up the list of simple ingredients to get started. 

• 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
• ½ c. apple cider vinegar
• 2 T. fresh lime juice
• 2 t. lime zest
• 2 T. fresh oregano leaves
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary leaves
• 3 large garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
• 1 t. sea salt
• 4 8-oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts

How to make Marinated Grilled Chicken

To prepare the marinade, add the olive oil, vinegar, lime juice and zest, oregano, rosemary, garlic, and salt to a large bowl and whisk to combine.

Add chicken breasts to a 1-gallon sealable freezer bag and pour marinade mixture over top.

Seal bag and turn to coat breasts thoroughly. Place the bag in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour up to 6 hours.

Turn the bag a couple of times to evenly distribute the marinade during this time.

Remove chicken from the refrigerator and discard excess marinade.

Grill the breasts over medium direct heat, turning once, for 10-12 minutes total. The internal temperature should be 165.
Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving with your choice of sides.

Can you freeze cooked chicken breasts?

Absolutely! If you find that you have leftovers of this simple chicken recipe, put it in the freezer for later! Just use a freezer-safe bag or container to keep it out of the cold air. 

Make certain to let me know what you think about this simple chicken recipe! It’s one of the easiest recipes to make when you want a fast and delicious dinner.

Cook now – eat later

Grilling up chicken is great to use for so many uses later.  Chop the grilled chicken breast, after it’s cooled for later meals.

Add to salad

Make a bowl meal – add rice, your favorite veggies, maybe a sauce such as teriyaki

Use for tacos or nachos

 

Delicious Side Dishes or Toppings to Serve with Chicken

Here are a few yummy side dishes that pair perfectly with chicken!

• Slow Cooker Potatoes & Green Beans
• The Perfect Loaded Potato Salad Recipe
• Spicy Peach Salsa
• Homemade Salsa

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