MA: Lime-Cilantro Marinade for Chicken
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MA: Lime-Cilantro Marinade for Chicken
Tasteofhome.com
Chicken Recipe Cards 2013 2013
Prep: 5 min. + marinating Grill: 10 min.
Yield: 6 servings.
This marinade is low-calorie and low-sodium. It is wonderful for chicken, but you can also use it on pork or fish.Roz Walton, Auburn, Maine
Ingredients:
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
Directions:
1. In a blender, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Place marinade in a large resealable plastic bag.
2. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°.
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