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Delicious Chili Lime Chicken garnished with fresh lime and herbs

Chili Lime Chicken

A vibrant and easy recipe featuring juicy chicken marinated in a zesty chili lime mixture. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Fresh lime juice Juice from about 4 limes
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts Make sure they are thawed if previously frozen
Optional Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish
  • 1 piece Avocado, sliced For serving
  • 1 cup Fresh salsa For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine fresh lime juice, chili powder, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill or bake the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is no longer pink inside.
  3. Allow the chicken to rest briefly before serving to keep it juicy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mg

Notes

For best results, marinate longer than 30 minutes. Use a meat thermometer for safety, and reserve some marinade to cook for a tasty sauce. Leftovers can be used in salads, wraps, or tacos.

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