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Delicious plate of Chili Lime Chicken with vibrant colors and fresh ingredients.

Chili Lime Chicken

A zesty and flavorful chicken dish that combines lime juice and chili powder, perfect for grills or ovens. Ideal for easy dinners and guaranteed to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 2 pieces limes (juiced) Fresh juice is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For marinating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish Chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix lime juice, chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill or oven to medium heat.
Cooking
  1. Grill or bake the marinated chicken for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until it’s completely cooked through.
  2. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For best results, allow the chicken to marinate overnight. If using frozen chicken, ensure it is fully thawed before marinating and cooking.