Chili Lime Chicken

 

• 1 pound chicken breasts pounded to 1/2 inch thickness

Chili Lime Rub

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1-4-1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• fresh-squeezed lime juice from 1 lime (about 2 Tbls)
• Lime zest from 1 lime

In a small bowl, whisk chicken rub ingredients together and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Timer permitting, allow chicken to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 8 hours then bring to room temperature for before cooking.*

GRILLING DIRECTIONS

1. If chicken has been refrigerated, let sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, grease and preheat the grill to medium heat, 375-450°F.
3. Grill chicken undisturbed for for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

(Source: https://carlsbadcravings.com/purpose-chili-lime-chicken-rub-marinade-recipe/)