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Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

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Juicy lime-marinated chicken topped with a fresh avocado salsa for a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 limes, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and olive oil. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine avocados, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice to make the salsa.
  4. Serve chicken topped with avocado salsa.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

Find it online: https://thecookingjournal.com/fiesta-lime-chicken-avocado-salsa/