Fiesta Lime Chicken
A vibrant and delicious dish that combines zesty lime and cilantro flavors with perfectly grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 36 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients — this makes things so much easier! Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts; let the chicken marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
- Drizzle olive oil on the grill grates or in the pan to prevent sticking. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and close the lid. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover it loosely with foil. Let them rest for about 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is resting, dice your avocado and chop the cilantro.
- Slice the chicken into strips and serve it on a plate. Top generously with diced avocado and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Serve this dish with cilantro lime rice or a black bean salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, grilling, lime, cilantro, fiesta