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Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

How to Make Fiesta Lime Chicken
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Looking for a bright and flavorful dinner that feels like a celebration? Discover how to make Fiesta Lime Chicken paired with refreshing Avocado Salsa! This vibrant dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with zesty flavors that will brighten any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, the marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy, fresh salsa. Once you try this recipe, it will surely become a staple in your kitchen!

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 garlic powder
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 medium avocados, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • Fresh corn from 1 ear sweet corn
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice for salsa
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin for salsa
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt for salsa
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper for salsa

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag; pour marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Make Avocado Salsa: In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic (optional), lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix gently.
  5. Serve: Slice the grilled chicken and top it generously with avocado salsa. Enjoy!

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