4.5 from 18 votes
Garlic Lime Chicken Recipe
In the mood for something zesty? Try Garlic Lime Chicken, a 30-minute recipe bursting with lime and garlic goodness.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 422 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
South American , Mexican
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 large chicken breasts sliced horizontally (parallel to the cutting board) into 2 thin pieces
For the Salsa
- 1 cup chopped tomato
- 2 tablespoons minced yellow or red onion
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado peeled and diced
Instructions
- Combine the coriander, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and garlic powder in a large zipper-close bag. Add the thin chicken breast pieces and allow them to marinate for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Discard the marinade and place three of the chicken pieces into the preheated pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken and set aside. Repeat with the remaining three pieces of chicken.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salsa by combining the tomatoes, onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Use a wooden spoon to gently fold in the diced avocado. Arrange the cooked chicken pieces on a platter and top with the salsa. Serve hot.
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Notes
- To store Garlic Lime Chicken, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can freeze it for up to 2 months.
- To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, then warm in a skillet over medium heat until heated through, or microwave in 30-second intervals. For the salsa, store it separately and consume it within 2 days; it’s best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
422kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
38g
(76%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
16g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
108mg
(36%)
Sodium
1161mg
(48%)
Potassium
1063mg
(30%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
204IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
57mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 422
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 422kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1161mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 1063mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 204IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.