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Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

A delightful dish combining zesty lime and fresh cilantro, topped with creamy avocado salsa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Cilantro Lime Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Avocado Salsa
  • 2 ripe avocados diced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • grill

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Prepare the avocado salsa by combining diced avocados, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss gently.
  4. Slice the grilled chicken and serve topped with avocado salsa and additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gSodium: 600mg

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