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A wonderful citrusy marinade makes this grilled lime chicken tangy and tasty. 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What should you serve with grilled lime chicken?<\/h3>It doesn\u2019t get any easier than a delicious grilled side dish<\/a>! Consider pairing this chicken with classic potato salad, Mexican street corn or Mediterranean flavors.
How long can chicken marinate in lime?<\/h3>Be sure to follow the recipe\u2014in this case, marinate the chicken breasts for no more than a few hours. The acid in marinades (usually citrus, vinegar or wine) tenderizes the meat by breaking down its proteins. And yes, you can marinate a dish too long. Thin, delicate cuts such as fish fillets should marinate only 30 minutes. Large or tougher cuts of beef can soak in the marinade overnight. Get more tips about marinating<\/a>.
How do you keep grilled chicken moist?<\/h3>Be careful not to overcook the chicken.?Because chicken breast is naturally low in fat, it tends to dry out when overcooked. Keep an eye on the grill?and don't cook the chicken any longer than needed. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about grilling chicken breasts<\/a>.
<\/i><\/div>Grilled Lime Chicken Tips<\/h2>
What should you serve with grilled lime chicken?<\/h3>It doesn\u2019t get any easier than a delicious grilled side dish<\/a>! Consider pairing this chicken with classic potato salad, Mexican street corn or Mediterranean flavors.
How long can chicken marinate in lime?<\/h3>Be sure to follow the recipe\u2014in this case, marinate the chicken breasts for no more than a few hours. The acid in marinades (usually citrus, vinegar or wine) tenderizes the meat by breaking down its proteins. And yes, you can marinate a dish too long. Thin, delicate cuts such as fish fillets should marinate only 30 minutes. Large or tougher cuts of beef can soak in the marinade overnight. Get more tips about marinating<\/a>.
How do you keep grilled chicken moist?<\/h3>Be careful not to overcook the chicken.?Because chicken breast is naturally low in fat, it tends to dry out when overcooked. Keep an eye on the grill?and don't cook the chicken any longer than needed. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about grilling chicken breasts<\/a>.