Description
A vibrant and zesty grilled chicken dish marinated in fresh lime juice, with creamy avocado and cilantro for a refreshing summer feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined, creating a vibrant marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat the Grill: Bring your grill to medium heat, allowing it to warm up while the chicken absorbs the flavors of the marinade.
- Grill the Chicken: Carefully place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and has beautiful grill marks.
- Rest and Prepare: Once adequately grilled, remove the chicken from the grill. Allow it to rest for a few minutes to retain the juices.
- Dress for Serving: Top the grilled chicken with the diced avocado and chopped cilantro, adding extra freshness just before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg