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Cilantro lime chicken freezer meal

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.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. Pour all the marinade ingredients into a gallon-sized plastic bag. Seal the bag and mix the ingredients by squishing it around.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise with a serrated knife to create 4 thin chicken breasts.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the bag and freeze for up to 6 months. When ready to cook, thaw the chicken in the marinade.
  4. Preheat a cast-iron skillet or the grill on medium heat for a few minutes, then increase to medium-high.
  5. 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.
  6. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on high heat.
  7. Let the chicken rest on a plate or cutting board for 3-5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
  8. Serve with extra lime wedges and chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor.
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