🌶️🍋 Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa
This zesty, juicy chicken is marinated in lime and spices, then topped with a fresh avocado salsa—perfect for a vibrant, healthy meal with bold flavors.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Fiesta Lime Chicken
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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3 tbsp olive oil
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Zest of 1 lime
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¼ cup fresh lime juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
For the Avocado Salsa
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2 ripe avocados, diced
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1 small red onion, finely chopped
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1 small tomato, diced (seeds removed)
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1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 tbsp lime juice
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Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, and all spices.
Add chicken, coat well, cover, and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours for best flavor).
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
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Pan-Grill Method:
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C. -
Grill Option:
Grill over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side.
3️⃣ Make Avocado Salsa
In a bowl, gently mix avocado, onion, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
4️⃣ Serve
Top hot chicken with fresh avocado salsa.
Serve with rice, quinoa, grilled corn, or in lettuce wraps.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I bake the chicken instead?
A: Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping once.
Q: How spicy is this recipe?
A: Mild to medium. Skip jalapeño or reduce chili powder for less heat.
Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
A: Absolutely. Thighs are juicier—cook a few minutes longer.
Q: How long does avocado salsa stay fresh?
A: Best eaten fresh, but keeps 24 hours refrigerated with plastic wrap touching the surface.
Q: Is this recipe meal-prep friendly?
A: Yes. Store cooked chicken up to 3 days in the fridge. Add salsa just before serving.