Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings. This zesty chicken, marinated in fresh lime juice and complemented by creamy avocado salsa, will impress your friends and family alike. Whether grilled or baked, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that elevates any meal. Enjoy it alongside rice, in tacos, or simply on its own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Grill or Oven: Set grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C). If baking, line a baking sheet with foil.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear or bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Prepare Avocado Salsa: While chicken is cooking, mix diced avocados with chopped cilantro and lime juice; season with salt.
- Serve: Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Top with avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg