Description
A zesty and flavorful grilled chicken dish marinated in lime juice and spices, served with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Place the chicken breasts on the hot grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and marked.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve warm, topped with avocado slices and cilantro.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken longer than 30 minutes. Utilize a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg