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cilantro lime chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet

Cilantro Lime Chicken

These Cilantro lime Chicken Breasts are a quick, flavor-packed weeknight favorite. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in zesty lime and fresh cilantro, then seared to a golden perfection in a cast iron skillet. Serve with a squeeze of lime and everyone will love them!
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: cilantro lime chicken breasts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless-skinless chicken breasts ½ inch thick
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • ½ cup cilantro leaves packed
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon coarse-ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the olive oil, honey, lime juice, cilantro, coconut aminos, garlic powder, cumin, sea salt, and pepper. Blend for about 1 minute, or until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  • Pat the chicken dry and place it in a shallow bowl or dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat each piece evenly, making sure every piece is submerged. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours.
  • Once marinated, remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a plate. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat until it's fully preheated. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to coat the bottom of the skillet lightly. When the oil is hot and shimmering and the skillet just begins to smoke, add the chicken. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving it, until a golden crust forms. Flip and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Don’t crowd the pan; work in batches if needed. As each batch finishes, transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and loosely tent it with foil.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve with lime slices.

Notes

Coconut Aminos- If you don’t have coconut aminos, you can use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari. Note that using soy sauce is saltier, and you may want to lessen or omit the salt entirely depending on your preference.
Fresh Garlic- Substitute the garlic powder with 3-4 cloves of fresh garlic.
Marinating Time- Avoid marinating longer than 4 hours. Longer marinating times will allow the chicken to become mushy.
Chicken Thickness- If your chicken breasts are thicker than ½ inch, you’ll want to either pound them to an even thickness or slice them in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.

Nutrition

Calories: 642kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 934mg | Potassium: 925mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition Disclaimer

All nutritional information provided is an estimate. For specific dietary needs or concerns, we recommend consulting a nutrition calculator or a qualified expert.

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