Description
A vibrant and flavorful chicken dish marinated in zesty lime juice and chili powder, offering a delightful taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine fresh lime juice, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, seal the bag or cover the bowl, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Cooking Device: Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the grill or in a baking dish and cook for approximately 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Let the chicken rest, then garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with rice, veggies, or in tacos.
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 4 hours. If using chicken thighs, adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, lime, chili, grilled chicken, easy recipes, summer meals