Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in zesty lime juice and spices, then grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy avocado salsa. This dish not only delights the taste buds but also brings a festive atmosphere to your table. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s ideal for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners. Enjoy a burst of fresh flavors with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium tomato, diced
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, garlic, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare grill or oven: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cook the chicken: Grill each side for about 6-7 minutes or bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Make avocado salsa: In a bowl, mix diced avocados, red onion, cilantro, tomatoes, salt, and lime juice until well combined.
- Serve: Slice the chicken and top with avocado salsa; drizzle with additional lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg