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Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado

Savor the Sunshine: Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado

Enjoy a zesty Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado that's quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Thighs or wings can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime juice preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust for desired heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Use less for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be swapped with fresh onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic enhances the flavor.
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
  • 2 pieces Avocados Choose ripe but firm.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes/Roma Tomatoes Diced bell peppers can be swapped.
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh corn is ideal.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Use green onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Pick a firm one.
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Pepper Adjust for heat preference.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Omit if not a fan.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced for stronger flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Mixing bowl
  • Zip-top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, and spices to create a marinade.
  2. Generously coat the chicken with the marinade and let it marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown, flipping halfway.
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine salsa ingredients and toss gently to mix.
  6. Serve sliced chicken topped with the Avocado Corn Salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate chicken for 1 hour or overnight. Serve salsa immediately to enjoy its freshness.

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