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Three southwest grilled chicken breasts on a gray plate with a fork and cilantro. One of the chicken breasts is sliced.
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Grilled Southwest Chicken

This Southwest Chicken is so juicy and has the most incredible bold flavors! The simple marinade is made up of lime juice, cilantro, and a blend of earthy, smoky, garlicy dried spices.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Chicken + Poultry, Dinners
Cuisine: Southwest
Keyword: southwest chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Danae Halliday

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts in a freezer bag. In a bowl or glass measuring cup add all of the ingredients for the marinade. Whisk together and pour it in with the chicken.
  • Press the air out of the bag and seal it. Massage the marinade into the chicken, then refrigerate it for 1-3 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the fridge 30 minutes prior to cooking it. Preheat your grill or oven to 400° F. If grilling, clean and oil the grates. If baking, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes then flip it over and cook another 4-6 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165° F. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts.
  • To bake the chicken, place it on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165° F.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting into it. Serve the chicken with your favorites side dish, add it to a salad, put it on top of a rice bowl, or using it as a filling for tacos or enchiladas.

Notes

The cooked chicken will keep for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge. You can also freeze the chicken for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 789mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg