Chef Robert Del Grande, owner and executive chef of Houston's Cafe Annie captures the flair and essence of the Southwest with a combination of cinnamon, chili powder, cocoa and pepper. A spike of lime in the butter drizzle adds refreshing zest.

Makes 8 servings.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutritional Information

For 1 serving
Calories: 436
Sodium: 338mg
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Cholesterol: 134mg
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 34g

Southwestern Grilled Chicken with Lime Butter

• Low Carbohydrates  • Low Sodium

Ingredients

1 tablespoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Chili Powder
1 tablespoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Cinnamon, Saigon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Black Pepper, Coarse Grind
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
Lime Butter:
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 serrano chile, minced
2 tablespoons minced white onion
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Pinch McCormick® Gourmet Collection Black Pepper, Coarse Grind

Directions

1. Mix first 8 ingredients in small bowl until well blended. Spread seasoning paste all over chicken with spoon or basting brush,

2. Grill chicken using medium heat for a gas grill or indirect heat for a charcoal grill. Close the lid and grill about 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

3. For the Lime Butter, mix all ingredients in small bowl. Drizzle over chicken just before serving or serve separately for dipping.

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