Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken
55Min
4Servings
280Cal
EasyLevel
Gluten freeKid friendlygluten_freedairy_free
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Equipment
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Skillet
Tongs
Plate
Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts (raw)
2 piece
olive oil
30 ml
garlic (minced)
3 clove
lime (juiced, zested)
2 piece
fresh cilantro (chopped)
30 g
salt
5 g
black pepper
2 g
Instructions
1
Prepare the marinade
Combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
5 min
2
Marinate the chicken
Add chicken breasts to the marinade and turn to coat. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
30 mintimer 30 min
For best flavor, marinate up to 2 hours if time allows.
3
Cook the chicken
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 74°C.
15 minMedium heattimer 7 min
Don't move the chicken too much to get a nice golden crust.
4
Rest and serve
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
5 min
Storage
Fridge: 3 days
Freezer: 2 days
Reheat: Microwave 1-2 minutes or skillet over medium heat
Store in airtight container. Reheat gently to avoid drying out.
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