Description
Grilling season is the perfect time to relish a delicious Southwestern Grilled Chicken Recipe with Lime Butter. This vibrant dish combines a unique spice rub with rich lime butter, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Ideal for summer barbecues or family gatherings, it promises to impress your guests while remaining easy enough for novice cooks. The juicy chicken, infused with zesty notes from the lime butter, makes every bite a celebration of summer flavors. Whether served on a platter, in tacos, or as part of a salad, this dish is versatile and suits any occasion, ensuring that your dining table is filled with excitement and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ pounds bone-in chicken parts
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup butter (1 stick), melted
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Combine all spice rub ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend well. Apply the mixture evenly over the chicken parts.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (gas) or prepare for indirect heat (charcoal). Grill the chicken for about 30 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix lime butter ingredients until well combined.
- Serve grilled chicken drizzled with lime butter or offer it on the side as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg