Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa is a bright and zesty dish combining juicy chicken breasts marinated in lime and warm spices, topped with a fresh, creamy avocado salsa. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful and colorful meal is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Salsa
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: Whisk together fresh lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl to create a fragrant marinade that will infuse the chicken with bright and smoky flavors.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate and ensuring juicy, flavorful meat.
- Prepare the avocado salsa: While the chicken marinates, dice the ripe avocado and finely chop the red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Gently toss all ingredients in a bowl with lime juice, salt, and pepper to create a fresh, creamy, and vibrant salsa to complement the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and golden brown on the outside. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve and enjoy: Slice the chicken breasts and top generously with the prepared avocado salsa for a well-balanced, colorful dish bursting with fresh flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright, authentic flavor.
- Marinate for at least 20 minutes to maximize flavor penetration.
- Choose ripe but firm avocados to achieve a creamy salsa texture.
- Allow the cooked chicken to rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Prepare the salsa just before serving to maintain the avocado’s fresh color and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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