Description
This Chili Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a zesty chili lime rub. It’s the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy, ideal for a quick dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breasts pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili pepper (optional for more heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Fresh-squeezed lime juice from 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- Lime zest from 1 lime
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, chipotle chili pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, brown sugar, lime juice, and lime zest. Stir until well combined.
- Rub the chili lime mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with a side of rice, veggies, or on top of a salad.
Notes
- For an extra kick, increase the chipotle chili pepper or add more lime zest.
- This recipe can also be grilled for a smoky flavor or baked in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg