Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa
This flavorful Fiesta Lime Chicken is marinated in zesty lime juice and spices, then grilled to perfection. Topped with a fresh avocado salsa, it’s a vibrant and healthy dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving plate
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds.
- ¼ cup lime juice Freshly squeezed.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pieces ripe avocados Diced.
- 1 medium tomato Diced.
- ½ small red onion Finely chopped.
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro Chopped.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning the salsa.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the avocado salsa. In a separate bowl, combine the diced avocados, tomato, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently mix and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the grilled chicken topped with the avocado salsa.
Notes
For a spicier kick, you can add diced jalapeños to the avocado salsa.
Serve with rice or tortillas to complete the meal.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.