Description
This Healthy Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa features juicy grilled chicken combined with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and creamy avocado, making it the perfect quick dinner option that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Cilantro
- Limes
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Avocados
- Red Onion
- Tomato
- Additional Lime Juice
- Salt for Salsa
Instructions
- Mix the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken breasts for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 24 hours.
- Prepare the avocado salsa by mixing diced avocados, red onion, tomatoes, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it.
- Serve the chicken topped with avocado salsa and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
Avoid over-marinating the chicken to prevent mushiness.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F.
Store leftovers in an airtight container; consume within 3 days for best quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg