Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken is a delightful dish that bursts with vibrant flavors, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or festive gatherings. This zesty chicken is marinated in fresh lime juice and spices, then paired with a refreshing avocado salsa that adds a creamy twist. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to bring a taste of Mexico to their table. Whether enjoyed in tacos, burritos, or on its own, Fiesta Lime Chicken is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Lime zest from 1 lime
- Spices (chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, paprika)
- 2 ripe avocados
- Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh corn
- Red onion
- Jalapeno pepper
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, lime juice, zest, and spices in a mixing bowl.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, mix chopped avocados, tomatoes, corn, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve the cooked chicken topped with the avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with salsa (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate your chicken for longer if possible—up to overnight works beautifully. Feel free to adjust spice levels based on your preference by adding more or less chipotle chili powder.