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Fiesta Lime Chicken

How to Make Fiesta Lime Chicken
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Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that promises to be the star of your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe features juicy marinated chicken breasts infused with zesty lime and aromatic spices, perfectly complemented by a refreshing avocado salsa. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this meal brings together fresh ingredients for a satisfying dining experience. Whether you serve it as tacos, burritos, or alongside rice, Fiesta Lime Chicken is versatile enough to please everyone.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Lime zest from 1 lime
  • 1 tsp EACH chili powder, brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tsp EACH ground cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1–4 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
  • 2 medium avocados (chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (OR 2 Roma tomatoes seeded, chopped)
  • Fresh corn from 1 ear sweet corn
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (diced, seeds separated)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp EACH ground cumin, salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper (or more to taste)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice and zest, spices. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare avocado salsa: Combine chopped avocados, tomatoes, corn, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, garlic powder (if using), lime juice in another bowl. Season to taste.
  3. Cook the chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Serve: Let the chicken rest before slicing and top with avocado salsa.

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