Description
Honey Lime Chicken Avocado is a flavorful dish combining grilled chicken with honey and lime marinade, topped with fresh avocado.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the Grill: If using a grill, preheat it to medium-high heat. If using a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Grill or cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill or skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps keep it juicy.
- Prepare the Avocado: While the chicken rests, slice the avocado and set it aside.
- Serve the Dish: Slice the chicken and arrange it on a serving platter. Top with avocado slices and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Adjust the marinade time based on your preference for flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking.
- Fresh cilantro enhances the dish’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with avocado
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Honey Lime Chicken Avocado, grilled chicken, healthy recipe