Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe with Lime Butter
Looking to elevate your grilling game this summer? Dive into this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe with Lime Butter, a dish that perfectly balances zesty flavors and smoky goodness. Ideal for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this chicken is seasoned with a unique blend of spices and topped with a refreshing lime butter that will have everyone coming back for more. With its easy preparation and versatile serving options, it’s the perfect centerpiece for any meal. Whether served as the main dish or tucked into tacos, this dish promises to delight your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 serrano chile, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced white onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- pinch coarse black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture over all chicken pieces.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat for gas or indirect heat for charcoal. Grill chicken for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
- For the Lime Butter, mix melted butter with cilantro, serrano chile, onion, lime juice, and black pepper in another bowl. Drizzle over grilled chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 oz (142g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg