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Jalapeno Cilantro Grilled Chicken Recipe

Jalapeno Cilantro Grilled Chicken Recipe

Get ready for a juicy, smoky, and zesty grilled chicken that’s packed with flavour. Perfect for a quick dinner, impressing friends, or treating yourself. With fresh jalapenos and cilantro, every bite is a little fiesta in your mouth!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (~500g)
  • 2 fresh jalapenos seeded or whole (30g)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped (15g)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (9g)
  • 1 lime juiced (30ml)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil 45ml
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika 2g
  • 1/2 tsp salt 2g
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper 1g
  • Optional: pinch of honey 2g

Method
 

  1. Pat dry chicken breasts and place in a shallow dish.
  2. Blend or chop jalapenos, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour marinade over chicken, cover, and refrigerate 20 minutes or overnight.
  4. Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
  5. Place chicken on grill, cooking 6–7 minutes per side.
  6. Check chicken reaches internal temp of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve with rice, salad, or enjoy straight up.

Notes

  • Adjust jalapenos for your preferred spice level.
  • Marinate longer for deeper flavour.
  • Can substitute chicken with fish or tofu.
  • Oven option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.
  • Fresh cilantro gives best flavour; dried is less vibrant.
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