Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado is a bold, fresh meal that turns simple grilled chicken into a flavor-packed feast. Juicy lime-marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and topped with a chunky avocado salsa full of cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, and cilantro. This dish is vibrant, healthy, and quick to make, ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for dinner, meal prep, or outdoor grilling, it’s a colorful Tex-Mex favorite that’s naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and loaded with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Juice and zest of 2 limes
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Avocado Salsa:
– 1 large avocado, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup canned or frozen corn (thawed if frozen)
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
3. In a separate bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Toss gently and refrigerate until ready to use.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
5. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
6. Place the chicken on a platter and spoon the avocado salsa generously over the top.
7. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
– Use boneless chicken thighs for an even juicier version.
– For added spice, stir diced jalapeños into the salsa.
– No grill? Bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
– Store leftover chicken and salsa separately in the fridge.
– Salsa is best fresh but will keep for 1 day in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
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