Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Bright and zesty cilantro lime chicken topped with creamy avocado salsa, perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Make the Cilantro-Lime Marinade: In a bowl, mix the chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the bowl or a resealable bag, ensuring each piece is well coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Avocado Salsa: Combine the diced avocado, diced red onion, diced jalapeño, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6–8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve: Let the chicken rest briefly after cooking, then serve topped with generous spoonfuls of avocado salsa.
Notes
For a lighter texture, mash half the avocado into a creamy dressing-like salsa and leave the other half diced. Adjust salt in the marinade and salsa to taste.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/cilantro-lime-chicken-avocado-salsa/