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Fiesta Lime Chicken

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Elevate your dinner with this vibrant Fiesta Lime Chicken, a zesty dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Marinated in fresh lime juice and a blend of spices, this succulent chicken is grilled to perfection and served alongside a creamy avocado salsa. With its explosion of flavors and customizable elements, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight meals or gatherings with friends. Enjoy the freshness of summer all year long with this delightful recipe that celebrates good food and good company.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by mixing olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, and spices in a bowl.
  2. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  4. While cooking, combine salsa ingredients in a separate bowl.
  5. Serve sliced chicken topped with avocado salsa.

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