Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 4 (6 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts*
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic ((3 cloves))
  • 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, (plus more for serving)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Pound thicker parts of a chicken breasts with the flat side of a meat mallet to even out their thickness. 
  • In a medium mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper (about 3/4 - 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper). 
  • Place chicken in a gallon size resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken and seal bag while pressing out excess air. 
  • Rub marinade over chicken breasts (and make sure marinade goes between chicken breasts). Transfer to refrigerator and allow to marinate at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat a grill over medium-high heat to about 425 degrees. 
  • Grill chicken until center registers 165 degrees on an instant read thermometer, about 4 minutes per side for 6 oz chicken breasts. 
  • Transfer to plate then cover and keep warm and let rest about 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm.