Description
A zesty lime chicken recipe perfect for gatherings that will impress your guests and elevate your culinary adventures.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts or thighs
- Fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Cilantro (a handful, finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Optional spices (cumin or chili powder for a kick!)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, and any optional spices in a bowl. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Grill, bake, or pan-sear until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Slice the chicken, garnish with more cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For variations, try Lime Chicken Tacos, Lime Chicken Salad, or Lime Chicken Rice Bowls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg