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Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

How to Make Fiesta Lime Chicken
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If you’re craving a vibrant and flavorful dish, look no further than this Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa. This easy-to-make recipe combines succulent marinated chicken with a refreshing avocado salsa, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The zesty lime and aromatic spices create a delightful taste that everyone will love. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, ensuring a healthy meal option that satisfies. Whether served over rice, in tacos, or as a salad topping, this Fiesta Lime Chicken is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Lime zest from 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 medium avocados
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (or 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped)
  • Fresh corn from 1 ear of sweet corn
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (for salsa)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (for salsa)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for salsa)
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or more to taste)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice and zest, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle chili powder (if desired), and pepper. Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Avocado Salsa: In another bowl, combine chopped avocados, tomatoes (cherry or Roma), corn kernels, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, minced garlic (or garlic powder), lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side or until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let it rest before slicing.
  4. Assemble Your Dish: Serve the grilled chicken warm topped generously with avocado salsa.

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