Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe with Lime Butter
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe with Lime Butter. This dish combines a savory spice blend with a zesty lime-infused butter, transforming simple grilled chicken into a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. With its quick preparation and bold flavors, this recipe is designed to impress your family and friends alike. Whether served as the star of the show or as part of a delightful spread, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any barbecue or dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
- 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
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 serrano chile, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced white onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar to create a spice paste.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the spice paste using a basting brush.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the chicken for about 30 minutes or until fully cooked.
- For the lime butter, combine melted butter, cilantro, serrano chile, onion, lime juice, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Drizzle lime butter over grilled chicken before serving or serve on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (about 150g)
- Calories: 328
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg