Chili Lime Chicken: Juicy and Easy Recipe for Busy Weeknights
This chili lime chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a juicy and flavorful dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- Serve with a side of rice or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg