Description
The Ultimate Peruvian Grilled Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with zesty lime and aromatic spices. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe transforms any meal into a flavorful experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With minimal prep time and easy grilling instructions, you’ll create lasting memories around the table while delighting your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Avoid flipping too often to achieve nice char marks.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with fresh vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 125mg