Tivoli's Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe

Relive the legendary flavors of St. Louis's Tivoli Restaurant (now closed) with this award-winning Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast recipe! Food writer Susan Manlin Katzman shares this signature brunch dish, originally a contest winner in 1987. The two-hour (or longer!) marinade infuses the chicken with vibrant cilantro, zesty citrus, and warming spices for a truly unforgettable taste. Get ready for juicy, flavorful chicken that's perfect for a special brunch, summer BBQ, or any occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 621.8 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tivoli's Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast

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How to Make Tivoli's Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast

  1. Place chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) in a single layer in a large glass dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro (roughly chopped), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 minced shallots, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 2 cloves minced garlic.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Turn the chicken to coat both sides.
  4. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer (up to overnight), turning the chicken occasionally.
  5. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
  6. In a small saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Set aside for basting.
  7. Preheat your gas grill to medium-high heat or prepare your charcoal grill with medium-hot coals (4-6 inches from the cooking surface). Lightly oil the grill grates.
  8. Place the chicken on the prepared grill. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning once halfway through and basting frequently with the simmered marinade, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F), firm, opaque, and lightly golden brown.
  9. Discard any remaining marinade.
  10. Serve immediately. Top each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of your favorite salsa for a delicious and refreshing contrast.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

39g

Carbs

1g

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