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Copycat Bahama Breeze Chicken Cilantro Crema Vibrant Real Fresh Flavors You Will Love

Bahama Breeze Chicken Cilantro Crema recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
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Enjoy a flavorful summer meal with the Copycat Bahama Breeze Chicken Cilantro Crema. This easy dinner features juicy grilled chicken with a creamy cilantro crema sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner or family dinner with vibrant fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast thin-sliced or pound into ½ inch thickness
  • 2 limes juice of about 4 tablespoons juice
  • 1 lime zest of about 4 teaspoons
  • 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
  • ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
  • ¼ cup olive oil or a neutral oil like avocado or grapeseed oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt see note 2
  • 1 recipe cilantro lime crema

Instructions

  1. Combine the garlic, chopped cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and salt in a bowl and stir them thoroughly.
  2. Mix lime zest, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, and salt in another bowl to create the chicken marinade.
  3. Place the chicken in a plastic bag and pour the marinade over, making sure each side is well coated, then refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
  4. After marinating, remove chicken from the bag, pat dry, discard marinade, and get rid of any garlic or large cilantro pieces.
  5. Preheat your grill or grill pan to the appropriate temperature and grill the chicken, turning as needed, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the cilantro crema.

Notes

  • This crema recipe yields twelve 2-tablespoon servings and keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days
  • If using table salt or sea salt, reduce salt quantity by half and adjust seasoning after cooking
  • Calories reflect 4 ounces of chicken with 2 tablespoons of crema
  • Store leftover crema and grilled chicken separately in airtight containers for 3 to 5 and 3 to 4 days, respectively
  • Freezing is not recommended due to texture changes
  • Reheat grilled chicken in 30-second microwave increments until warm

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