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Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado

Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe with Avocado for Flavorful Fun

A delightful Fiesta Lime Chicken recipe with avocado, bursting with zesty flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Can be replaced with thighs, legs, or wings.
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is preferable.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Omit if not available.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Use paprika for milder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can replace with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Spices Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder Optional for extra heat.
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
  • 1 cup Avocados Choose firm avocados.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with deseeded Roma if preferred.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Fresh is ideal, canned can be used.
  • ½ cup Red Onion Substitute with green onions for milder taste.
  • ½ cup Bell Peppers Can use jalapeño for added heat.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Omit if not preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, powdered can work.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Wet Rub: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, brown sugar, and spices until smooth.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken thoroughly in the wet rub, cover, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken on the Stovetop: Heat a skillet, add olive oil, cook the marinated chicken for about 3-5 minutes before flipping and cooking for another 5-7 minutes.
  4. Cook the Chicken on the Grill: Preheat grill, place marinated chicken on grill grates, and cook for 5-7 minutes per side.
  5. Prepare the Salsa: Combine diced cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, bell peppers, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and lime juice in a bowl.
  6. Add Avocado to the Salsa: Dice avocados and fold them into the salsa just before serving.
  7. Serve Your Fiesta Lime Chicken: Slice cooked chicken and top with avocado corn salsa; serve with rice or tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 36gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for richer flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Store leftovers properly in an airtight container.

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