Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe
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Spicy Grilled Chicken

By: Jenn H. 
"This recipe is very easy to make! Perfect for summer barbeques, but it can be broiled indoors anytime. Always a favorite!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (117)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Directions

  1. In a shallow glass dish, mix the oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  2. Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear.

Footnotes

  • The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cook time, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 242 | Total Fat: 15.1g | Cholesterol: 67mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2006 by Sara   view full review
I made a few changes that made this a 5 star recipe for me. I doubled the amount of lime...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 7, 2002 by Esmee Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This a very easy recipe for chicken breasts. The marinade adds lots of tangy flavor. We ate...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by CSANDST1   view full review
Very tasty. Flavors were very subtle though. I think next time I'll marinate longer. Also...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by SweetBasil Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Very good and simple marinade. I did put the chicken in overnight. Added more lime juice,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 26, 2009 by Jillian Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Very good marinade. Overall, the chicken turned out moist and citrusy with a little kick from...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by DOGLOVER22   view full review
Not bad! I did leave substitute garlic powder for the fresh garlic since I don't care for the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by MICHELLERENEE   view full review
This is a great recipe - it's even good if you burn the chicken, which I usually do! ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by MCNERK   view full review
We LOVE this recipe!! Delicious.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2006 by Jacquita   view full review
Very good marinade for chicken. I ended up marinating two boneless chicken breasts and two...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by JW_SAGE   view full review
I was surprised at how well the chicken took the taste of the marinade. It was a wonderful...

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