Basil Lime Chicken Recipe

Name: Basil Lime Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Limes (juice and zest) Divided; 3 T Olive Oil; 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I do not use this much...I eyeball it); 3 T Dijon Mustard; 3 T Worcestershire Sauce; 3 T Soy Sauce; 6 Green Onions Chopped Divided; 4 Cloves Garlic Minced Divided; 1/4 cup Chopped Basil; Salt and Pepper to taste; 3 lbs Chicken Breasts; 1 jalapeno

Servings: persons

4 Limes (juice and zest) Divided
3 T Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I do not use this much...I eyeball it)
3 T Dijon Mustard
3 T Worcestershire Sauce
3 T Soy Sauce
6 Green Onions Chopped Divided
4 Cloves Garlic Minced Divided
1/4 cup Chopped Basil
Salt and Pepper to taste
3 lbs Chicken Breasts
1 jalapeno

1
Combine the zest and juice of 2 limes, Olive Oil, Mustard, Worcestershire, Soy, 3 onions, 2 garlic cloves salt and pepper and mix well.
2
Cut chicken into even cutlets and place in a gallon sized baggie.
3
Pour marinade over the chicken and marinate for 2+ hours (I marinate overnight)
4
Preheat grill or grill pan
5
Place chicken on grill and grill for 7 minutes.
6
Then flip and cook until internal temp reaches 170.
7
Remove from grill and let meat rest.
8
Meanwhile combine juice and zest of 2 lime with extra virgin olive oil, 3 chopped onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, jalepeno, basil.
9
Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and pour sauce over top.

1602

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Limes (juice and zest) Divided, 3 T Olive Oil, 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I do not use this much...I eyeball it), 3 T Dijon Mustard, and more.

Yes, Basil Lime Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basil Lime Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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