Grilled Chili Lime Chicken
Source: Diabetes Canada

Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp (1 mL) red chili flakes
- ¼ cup (60 mL) lime juice
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) oil
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) honey
- ¼ tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
- 4 small chicken breasts or 2 larger breasts cut in half (about 1 lb/454 g)
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) green onions, sliced
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Preheat barbecue to medium.
- Mix garlic, chili flakes, lime juice, oil, honey, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place chicken in a flat container with a lid; drizzle with marinade, cover and refrigerate for one hour.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Grill chicken over medium heat for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Alternatively, bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the same internal temperature is reached.
- Slice cooked chicken to serve and top with green onions and cilantro.
Tip: Create a balanced plate by serving this chicken with roasted potatoes, or potato salad and seasonal vegetables.
Nutrition Facts:
Serving Size: ¼ piece(85g)
Calories:
Protein:
Net Carbohydrate:
120kcal
23g
1g

