Chili Lime Chicken
A zesty dish featuring marinated chicken breasts in lime juice and chili powder that delivers vibrant flavor and easy preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 tbsp Chili Powder
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining the fresh lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk until well blended.
- Prep the chicken by pounding it to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Coat the chicken with the marinade, ensuring it is fully covered, and refrigerate.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Resting the chicken is crucial for juicy meat. Consider variations with chipotle or tropical twists for different flavor experiences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, lime, chili, easy dinner, grilling
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