Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken Avocado is a vibrant and flavorful dish that features tender, marinated chicken paired with creamy avocado and zesty lime. This meal is perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, bringing a burst of fresh ingredients to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, and cumin. Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While resting, slice avocados and chop cilantro.
- Slice the chicken into strips, arrange on plates, top with avocado slices, cilantro, and jalapeños if using. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg