Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa, a dish that effortlessly combines zesty lime and fresh cilantro with tender grilled chicken, topped with a creamy avocado salsa. This quick-to-prepare recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or casual family dinners, delivering a refreshing taste that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp lime zest
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 medium avocados, diced
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion, rinsed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For the avocado salsa, combine diced avocados, chopped tomatoes, rinsed red onion, minced garlic, and lime juice in a bowl; gently toss.
- After grilling, let the chicken rest briefly before topping with avocado salsa and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg