Chili Lime Chicken: Easy Recipe for Juicy Flavorful Dinner
Chili Lime Chicken is a delicious and easy dinner option that combines zesty lime and spicy chili flavors to create a juicy, flavorful meal.
- 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 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
- Serve with a side of rice or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg