Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Juicy, grilled chicken breasts marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime blend are topped with a creamy avocado salsa, making this recipe a delightful addition to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp lime zest
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 medium avocados (ripe but semi-firm, diced)
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion (rinsed under cool water to remove harsh bite)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush with olive oil.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- In another bowl, combine diced avocados, Roma tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and lime juice to make the salsa.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving topped with avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (180g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg