Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado
A delicious and easy recipe for Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado, featuring marinated chicken breasts topped with fresh avocado and cilantro.
Equipment
- grill
- large skillet
- mixing bowl
- Zip-top Bag
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Marinade
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 large avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- lime wedges for serving
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill or pan-fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- While the chicken is resting, dice the avocado and chop the cilantro.
- Slice the chicken and arrange it on a serving platter. Top with diced avocado and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Add lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
Serve with lime wedges for added flavor. Can be paired with rice or tortillas if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servingsCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg
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