Crazy Chicken Marinade Grilled Chicken

Name: Crazy Chicken Marinade Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Yield: 4 chicken breast halves
Ingredients: 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

Rating: 3.95 stars

186 Ratings
143 Reviews
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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.

By Lost Southern Boy

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Recipe Summary

prep:

5 mins

cook:

20 mins

additional:

1 hr 30 mins

total:

1 hr 55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 chicken breast halves

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 4 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

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Step 2

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.
Step 3

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).

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.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

226 calories; protein 25.6g 51% DV; carbohydrates 9.8g 3% DV; fat 10.5g 16% DV; cholesterol 67.2mg 22% DV; sodium 101mg 4% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (143)

Most helpful positive review

Jillian

05/27/2010

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. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Mya Ann

10/22/2009

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

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(12)

186 Ratings

5 star values: 93
4 star values: 40
3 star values: 21
2 star values: 15
1 star values: 17

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Jillian

05/27/2010

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LAURAAA87

01/13/2010

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. Read More

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~TxCin~ILove2Ck

04/30/2011

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! Read More

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kateso

11/02/2009

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. Read More

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Jeannie

10/02/2009

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. Read More

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codysmama

10/07/2010

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. Read More

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Pam Ziegler Lutz

10/06/2009

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

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Shana McSunas

05/05/2010

I added minced garlic and it was very flavorful and delicious! Read More

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raerae

01/28/2011

this is a really great recipe. i used mortons chili powder. i only had one lime and one lemon. so i used them both. i added tonys seasonings to it...just because my fiance and i like it. turned out awesome with our chicken tenderloins on thw grill. i cooked a green bean and potatoe dishi found on here with it. Read More

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Mya Ann

10/22/2009

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

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Nutritional Information

Crazy Chicken Marinade Grilled Chicken

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Calories: 226.3

% Daily Value *

protein: 51 %

carbohydrates: 3 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 14 %

sugars:

fat: 16 %

saturated fat: 10 %

cholesterol: 22 %

vitamin a iu: 25 %

niacin equivalents: 124 %

vitamin b6: 41 %

vitamin c: 37 %

folate: 4 %

calcium: 6 %

iron: 13 %

magnesium: 13 %

potassium: 10 %

sodium: 4 %

thiamin: 10 %

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*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.

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Jillian

05/27/2010

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LAURAAA87

01/13/2010

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.

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~TxCin~ILove2Ck