Jalapeno Lime Chicken
This sweet and spicy barbeque recipe is perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, combining the smoky kick of jalapeño with the bright tang of fresh lime to create a mouthwatering marinade that takes grilled chicken to the next level. Bonus – No dairy required!
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just craving something flavorful and fresh, this dish delivers the perfect balance of spice, citrus, and char.
Jalapeno Lime Chicken
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup orange juice concentrate
- 1/3 cup white onion finely chopped
- 1 squeezed lime
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper sliced and seeded
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp grated lime peel
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1 garlic cloves minced
- 6 boneless skinless breast halves
Instructions
- In a 4 cup measuring cup combine the first 9 ingredients.
- Pour 2 cups into a gallon Ziploc storage bag and turn to coat.
- Refrigerate for 2-4 hours
- Coat grill with cooking spray and preheat grill to medium heat.
- Drain and discard marinade from chicken.
- Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat.
Notes
Always use a meat thermometer when cooking meat.
The safe temperature for grilled chicken, according to the USDA, is 165 degrees F or 74 degrees C. This temperature ensures that any harmful bacteria, like Salmonella, are killed.
Side ideas: This dish can accompany multiple sides, including rice, pasta, potato salad, green salad, corn on the cob, and more.