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Lime Chicken Fiesta with Avocado Salsa

A vibrant and delicious dish featuring marinated chicken breasts served with a creamy avocado salsa, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 2 units limes (juiced) For marinating the chicken
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder For additional depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cumin For warmth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Helps to marinate and cook the chicken
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

For the avocado salsa

  • 2 pieces avocados (diced) Fresh ripe avocados for creaminess
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) Adds sweetness and color
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped) For a little sharpness
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped) Adds a fresh taste
  • 1 unit lime (for salsa, juiced) To add freshness to the salsa

Instructions
 

Marinating the chicken

  • In a bowl, mix lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Marinate chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking the chicken

  • Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked through.
  • Remove from heat and let rest.

Preparing the avocado salsa

  • In a separate bowl, combine diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to make the avocado salsa.

Serving the dish

  • Serve grilled chicken topped with avocado salsa.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the grilled chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the avocado salsa in a separate container. It’s best to consume the salsa within one day to prevent the avocados from browning. For best flavor, marinate the chicken longer and use fresh ingredients for the salsa. You can customize the salsa by adding other vegetables or using shrimp or fish instead of chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
Keyword Avocado Salsa, easy recipe, Grilled Chicken, Healthy Meal, Lime Chicken
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