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Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

How to Make Fiesta Lime Chicken
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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Try this Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa! Bursting with zesty lime and aromatic spices, this chicken recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Whether you’re serving it on busy weeknights or at family gatherings, the combination of juicy grilled chicken topped with creamy avocado salsa will delight your taste buds. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Lime zest from 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 medium avocados (chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
  • Fresh corn from 1 ear (kernels)
  • 1/3 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (diced)
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (for salsa)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (for salsa)
  • Salt to taste (about 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Pepper to taste (about 1/8 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle chili powder (if desired), and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. For the avocado salsa, combine chopped avocados, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl; toss gently.
  5. Serve the grilled chicken topped with avocado salsa.

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