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Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe

A zesty and flavorful chicken dish perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup Cilantro chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2. Add chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
  3. 3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. 4. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Chicken, Cilantro, Lime
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