Cilantro Lime Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful marinated chicken dish with zesty lime and fresh cilantro, perfect for casual dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bowl, ensuring they’re fully coated in the marinade. Cover and let sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Serve Warm: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, pair with rice, avocado, or a green salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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