Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant and zesty dish that brings together tender chicken marinated in a bold lime and spice blend, topped with a refreshing avocado salsa. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes to cook—but also versatile enough to be served in tacos, burritos, salads, or rice bowls. The tangy marinade combined with the creamy salsa creates a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy this easy-to-make dish for a lively weeknight dinner or festive gathering!
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Spices: chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle chili powder (optional)
- Avocado Salsa: avocados, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, spices.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Prepare avocado salsa by mixing chopped avocados with remaining ingredients.
- Serve sliced chicken topped with avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with salsa (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust spiciness by varying the amount of chipotle chili powder. This dish pairs well with Mexican rice or grilled vegetables for an enhanced meal experience.