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Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado

Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado for a Zesty Dinner Delight

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This Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado offers a zesty dinner experience with vibrant flavors all year round.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Ensure even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable or canola oil if needed.
  • 1 each Lime Juice & Zest About 1 lime yields enough juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust based on your spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Balances heat with sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder Optional heat enhancer.
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
  • 2 each Avocados Use ripe but firm ones.
  • 1 cup Cherry or Roma Tomatoes Substitute with any juicy variety.
  • 1 cup Fresh Corn Canned corn works in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Green onions can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 each Red Bell Pepper Deseed and chop finely.
  • 1 each Jalapeño Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can be swapped with parsley.
  • 1 clove Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Brightens the salsa.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust seasoning to your liking.

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Chicken Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and chipotle chili powder. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with this marinade.
  2. Cover the bowl or use a zip-top bag, and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.
  3. Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat and grease the cooking surface.
  4. Carefully place the marinated chicken breasts onto the hot surface and cook each side for about 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
Avocado Corn Salsa Preparation
  1. In a bowl, gently combine chopped avocados, tomatoes, corn, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, minced garlic, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix carefully to preserve the avocado pieces, creating a vibrant salsa.
Serving
  1. Slice the chicken and plate it topped with the Avocado Corn Salsa. Drizzle with additional lime juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, store leftovers separately to maintain texture.

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