Basil Lime Chicken
Grilled Basil Lime Chicken is easy to prepare and packed with flavor and protein in each bite. Give your Summer grill experience a twist with this Ideal Protein recipe, serve with Cauliflower Fried Rice and enjoy with your whole family. The lime makes the chicken tender while the basil adds a pop of flavor.
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Serving size
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Chicken Breast
- 3 Limes divided (juice and zest)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 6 green onions – chopped and divided
- 4 cloves of Garlic – minced and divided
- 2 tbsp Basil – chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
Preparation
Step 1
Take juice and zest of 2 limes, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, soy sauce, 3 green onions, 2 garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix well
Step 2
Cut chicken into even-sized cutlets and place them in a gallon-sized bag
Step 3
Pour marinade on the chicken
Step 4
Let it marinate for 1 hour
Step 5
Preheat your grill
Step 6
Grill chicken for 7 minutes
Step 7
Flip sides and cook until the internal temperature becomes 170°
Step 8
Take out from grill and let it rest
Step 9
Mix the remaining lime juice, olive oil, green onions, basil, and garlic and pour over the cooked chicken
Step 10
Serve and enjoy