Description
Juicy and zesty Cilantro Lime Chicken made with real ingredients, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for tacos, bowls, or healthy dinners.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (~1½ lb)
3 Tbsp olive oil (for marinade)
1 Tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp honey
1 tsp salt
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Extra cilantro leaves (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, zest, garlic, honey, salt, cumin, pepper, and chopped cilantro.
2. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
3. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.
5. Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
6. Serve with rice, veggies, or use in tacos and bowls.
Notes
Do not marinate for more than 2 hours to avoid mushy texture.
For extra juicy results, use boneless chicken thighs.
Perfect for meal prep—store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg