Description
A vibrant and tangy chicken dish marinated in lime and spices, evoking memories of Latin street markets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Mix lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Grill or bake the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with rice, veggies, or in tacos.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate chicken for up to 2 hours. Use fresh ingredients for maximum taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg