Ginger Lime Marinade For Chicken Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this vibrant Ginger Lime Marinade! This easy recipe delivers fresh, zesty flavor to your chicken in just 10 minutes of cooking time. Perfect for chicken breasts, legs, or thighs, this marinade is quick to make and guarantees juicy, flavorful results. Makes enough for 6 breasts, 6 legs, or 12 thighs/drumsticks. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 91.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.7 (38 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ginger Lime Marinade For Chicken

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How to Make Ginger Lime Marinade For Chicken

  1. Zest and juice two whole limes, reserving all the lime zest and juice.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the lime zest, lime juice (1/4 cup), grated ginger (2 tablespoons), olive oil (1/4 cup), soy sauce (2 tablespoons), honey (1 tablespoon), and garlic (1 clove, minced).
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. Place chicken (6 breasts, 6 legs, or 12 thighs/drumsticks) in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
  5. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's fully coated.
  6. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
  7. Preheat your grill, barbecue, or oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Grill, barbecue, or bake the chicken for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken and your cooking method.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

5g

Carbs

0g