Description
A zesty grilled chicken recipe marinated in lime and topped with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- Combine the fresh lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk well.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and top with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
- Serve warm and enjoy the smiles around the table!
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer or overnight. Grill extra chicken for meals throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Grilled
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 70mg