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Crazy Chicken Marinade Grilled Chicken

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"Thinking about different things to do with grilled chicken and came up with this marinade! It was a hit first time out." — Lost Southern Boy

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4 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried sage

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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Directions

Whisk the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, sage, oregano, and cumin together in a small bowl. Arrange the chicken breasts in a shallow glass container; pour the lime juice marinade over the chicken. Cover the container with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 1/2 hours, turning the chicken every 30 minutes.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken to a platter and allow to come to room temperature. Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Basting with the marinade, grill the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 1 hr 55 mins

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Editor's Note
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the marinade ingredients. The actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

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Great marinade! It definitely has a southwestern flair to it. I only used 1 Tbsp. of chili powder and added a tsp. of smoked paprika. I pounded the chicken breasts down thin and let these marinate overnight. The flavor from the lime really came through but wasn't overpowering.

—Jillian

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Oct 22, 2009

I followed this recipe exactly and all we could taste was lime juice. I would never make this recipe again.

—Mya Ann

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Apr 30, 2011

My taste buds are dancing! I loved loved loved it while the hubster just said it was "okay". We have a trailer here in town that sells barbecued (smoked) chicken and it comes with corn tortillas, beans, rice, grilled onion and a couple chipotle peppers and limes and it's known as "trailer chicken", well, this is it! I sliced this up and served it with corn tortillas, mexican rice, tortilla chips and warm jalapeno corn dip and trimmings like mexican cheese and sour cream. All I was missing was some sliced avocado. Thanks for a wonderful meal!

—~TxCin~ILove2Ck

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Jan 13, 2010

I didn't have any limes, so I used 1 lemon per 2 limes for the recipe and also added garlic powder to it. Came out amazing. Will definitely use this again.

—LAURAAA87

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Nov 02, 2009

Wicked moist and flavorful! I meant to grill it the same day but ended up baking it the next night. It was marinated over night. I breaded it and baked it 35 mins at 350 and it came out delicious! I baked it on a cookie rack over a baking sheet...Next time I'll try grilling it. Followed the recipe ingredients exactly.

—kateso

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Oct 02, 2009

WOW!! This is a great recipe. I have been marinating my chicken in a similar marinade for a while since we have lime trees, except I have used Old Bay, but I love these seasonings. I do marinate for longer but it is good to remember that limes do somewhat cook chicken after too long.

—Jeannie

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Oct 07, 2010

My boyfriend always likes to eat the same things and never likes to change it up. Well I made this put it over white rice and had snow peas with it. At first he looked at it and said "what is this?". I told him what was in it and he just made a face. Well after he took a couple bites that all changed. I was so surprised that he liked it so much. Actually he has asked me to make it on a regular basis. So, I would recommend this reciepe to everyone. It may seem like a werid group of ingredients but man is it good. The only thing I did change was, I put half of the amount of chili pepper and subsituted the other half of it with smoked paprika. (just because I have terrible acid reflux) Well it worked because I was able to eat it with no problems. Anyone who try's this recipe please rate it and comment. I'd love to see if everyone feels the same.

—codysmama

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Oct 06, 2009

Great recipe! The chicken came out moist and flavorful. I marinated mine for about 6 hours before grilling. Thanks for a new keeper!

—Pam-3BoysMama

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Nutrition

Calories
226 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
9.8 g
3%

Cholesterol
67 mg
22%

Fat
10.5 g
16%

Fiber
3.5 g
14%

Protein
25.6 g
51%

Sodium
101 mg
4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Crazy Chicken Marinade Grilled Chicken

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 226
Calories from Fat: 95

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.5g 16 %
Saturated Fat 1.9g 9 %
Cholesterol 67mg 22 %
Sodium 101mg 4 %
Potassium 364mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 9.8g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 3.5g 14 %
Protein 25.6g 51 %
** Sugars 1.4g
Vitamin A 25 %
Vitamin C 37 %
Calcium 7 %
Iron 24 %
Thiamin 10 %
Niacin 124 %
Vitamin B6 41 %
Magnesium 13 %
Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.