Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken Avocado is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy grilled chicken marinated in zesty lime juice with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers an explosion of taste in every bite. Enjoy it as a main dish or tucked into tacos for a delightful twist that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Slice avocados in half, remove pits, scoop out flesh, and cube. Toss with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest before slicing into strips. Serve alongside the avocado mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize by adding black beans or corn for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.