Description
Savor the delicious Southwest Chicken Breasts, a perfect blend of spices and zesty flavors. With simple preparation and simple ingredients, this dish is an ideal quick dinner option for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 1 chili in adobo sauce, seeds removed and minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole lime
Instructions
- Trim excess fat or tendons from chicken breasts and place them in a freezer bag or between sheets of plastic wrap.
- Pound the chicken on the thickest parts using a meat tenderizer, rolling pin, or mason jar until flattened.
- In a small bowl, mix avocado oil, lime juice, garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and minced chili in adobo sauce until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all sides are coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 24 hours.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the chicken to marinate overnight.
Serve with a fresh lime wedge for added zest!
This dish pairs well with brown rice or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg