Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa is a vibrant dish that brings together the refreshing flavors of lime and cilantro, perfectly complementing juicy grilled chicken breasts. Each bite is elevated by a creamy avocado salsa, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. This recipe combines quick preparation with healthy ingredients, delivering a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Whether served over greens, in tacos, or as meal prep bowls, this dish adapts seamlessly to your dining needs. Enjoy this zesty delight that promises to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 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 medium ripe avocados, diced
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion, rinsed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice (for salsa)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the avocado salsa by combining diced avocados, tomatoes, rinsed red onion, minced garlic, and lime juice; season with salt.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat, lightly oiling the grates.
- Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Serve warm topped with avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast with salsa (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg