Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado
Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado is a vibrant, zesty dish that elevates any meal to a festive occasion. The combination of tender chicken marinated in fresh lime juice and garlic, topped with creamy avocado and bright cilantro, creates a flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and visually stunning on any plate.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Optional: sour cream and sliced jalapeños for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix lime juice, garlic, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While chicken cooks, combine diced avocado with chopped cilantro; season with salt and pepper.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before slicing. Serve with the avocado topping and optional sour cream and jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate for up to 2 hours. To spice it up, include jalapeños in the marinade or as a topping. This dish pairs well with rice or tortillas.