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Heather's Dish

Lemon-Chili Marinated Chicken

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I tried to dress up this picture of raw chicken for you. Did it work?

Really though, let’s talk for just a second about raw meats.  They are NOT photogenic at all, especially poultry, but one of the things I love to do (as long as there’s plenty of hot water, soap, and a fresh towel nearby) is handle raw meat.  Makes me feel oh-so-culinary and knowledgeable.

 

That plus a good outcome is always a nice thing to have – and this chicken will come out moist, juicy, tender, and absolutely full of flavor.  Plus it reminds me of summer…and I think we all know by now that summer’s kind of an exciting thing for me.

Let’s also talk about grilling.  Nate is a fabulous grillmaster and I love when the weather gets warmer and he’s on board to grill everything in sight for dinner.  And me?  Well, let’s just say I grew up in Texas.  Grilling is second nature and gives so much more flavor.  In these days when I’m always feeling nostalgic and homesick, eating a great grilled meal is comforting.

 

Plus it tastes good.  Who doesn’t want things to taste good?

 

That’s what I thought.

 

Serve this chicken in whole breasts, sliced on top of salads, or chopped on top of a tostada (my personal favorite).  Adjust the spice to your palate.  And above all?  Just make it!

LEMON-CHILI MARINATED CHICKEN

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • juice from 2 lemons (limes would work too, I just like the acidity of lemons in this)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

In a bowl whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until mixed; pour over chicken breasts in a pan.  In a smaller bowl combine the other ingredients (other than the cilantro) and sprinkle generously over the chicken breasts on both sides.  Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.  When you’re ready to grill heat the grill to 400 degrees and spray with nonstick (or brush with oil).  Depending on the size of the breasts you’re using grill for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until the juices run clear, the middle is cooked and/or a meat thermometer reads 160 (the safe internal temp is really 165 but with carryover cooking it should reach that easily).  Remove to a plate and cover with foil to rest for about 5 minutes.  Serve whatever way you want!

Bon appetit, y’all!

 

 

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  1. Megan's Cookin' says

    February 14, 2012 at 11:27 am

    Right up my alley. Always looking for a fast and tasty chicken recipe.

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  2. Cara says

    February 2, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    I don’t mind raw meat too much either. It’s especially worth it for a tasty outcome like this!

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  3. Tabitha (From Single to Married) says

    February 2, 2012 at 6:37 am

    I agree – the finished product picture is much more appetizing than the raw chicken picture. 🙂

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  4. Kevin (Closet Cooking) says

    February 2, 2012 at 5:20 am

    Tasty looking tostadas!

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  5. Lindsay @ Fuel My Family says

    February 1, 2012 at 9:36 pm

    oo i have been craving Mexican lately. A tostada may be my dinner tomorrow!

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  6. Jeanette says

    February 1, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    Love how light and simple this versatile chicken dish is.

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  7. Deanna B. says

    February 1, 2012 at 1:20 pm

    If you added beer to the marinade it would be Michelada marinated chicken. It sounds amazing as is, but I kind of love beer. And I find marinades to be the perfect way to use the beer people bring over that I don’t drink. (Budweiser and Miller, I’m looking at you)

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    • Heather says

      February 2, 2012 at 6:47 am

      ooooh, true…i say go for it and let me know how it tastes!

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  8. Jessica @ How Sweet says

    February 1, 2012 at 1:00 pm

    i think this might be our dinner tonight!

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  9. Kelly says

    February 1, 2012 at 11:30 am

    WOW this looks SOOO delicious! What a great recipe! 🙂

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  10. Elizabeth @ Chronic Venture says

    February 1, 2012 at 9:58 am

    mmmm I want that tostada for lunch!! so delicious looking

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  11. Anna @ On Anna's Plate says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:53 am

    This DOES remind me of summer…makes me wish it were June right now instead of February 1st! 🙂

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  12. Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:45 am

    Wow, that is one awesome looking tostada!

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  13. Urban Wife says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:35 am

    Ugh. I’m so not on board with handling raw meat. If it weren’t for the occassional chicken and fish I consume, I would totally be a vegetarian. So I talk my hubby into handling the raw meat and he can make this dish for us. Win-win. 🙂

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  14. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:25 am

    Raw poultry is definitely a sight for sore eyes (especially whole chickens!) but you did a pretty good job of dressing it up 😉

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  15. Emilie @ Emilie's Enjoyables says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:07 am

    that last picture there with the guac on top-that’s my kind of meal!

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  16. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    February 1, 2012 at 7:53 am

    I would opt out of the cilantro, but other than that this looks delicious!!

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  17. Blog is the New Black says

    February 1, 2012 at 7:39 am

    This is awesome- love any type of new chicken dishes!

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  18. Kim in MD says

    February 1, 2012 at 7:39 am

    This looks delicious, Heather. I love the chipotle powder! My husband and I grill all year, even in the winter when possible. This winter has been so mild (we haven’t had any snow) that we grill several times a week. I can’t wait to try this recipe!

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