Cilantro Lime Chicken Freezer Meal | Marinate-Freeze-Grill
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a delicious marinade made with fresh lime juice, avocado oil, and fresh cilantro. A healthy freezer meal for busy weeks.
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 Half of a lime zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 3 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 large chicken breasts or 4 thinly sliced chicken breasts
Instructions
- Pour all the marinade ingredients into a gallon-sized plastic bag. Seal the bag and mix the ingredients by squishing it around.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise with a serrated knife to create 4 thin chicken breasts.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bag and freeze for up to 6 months. When ready to cook, thaw the chicken in the marinade.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet or the grill on medium heat for a few minutes, then increase to medium-high.
- Cook the chicken for about 6 minutes, until 3/4 of the chicken turns white and is golden brown, with an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on high heat.
- Let the chicken rest on a plate or cutting board for 3-5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve with extra lime wedges and chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor.