Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken with Avocado & Red Onion Salsa
Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken with Avocado & Red Onion Salsa is a vibrant and zesty dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or an inviting dinner with friends. The tender chicken breast is marinated in a lively chili-lime mix, grilled to perfection, and topped with creamy avocado slices and a refreshing red onion salsa. This recipe not only pleases the taste buds but also offers a healthy option packed with lean protein and fresh veggies. Whether served on its own or alongside rice, tortillas, or a crisp salad, this dish promises delightful flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 1 jalapeño (optional), finely chopped
- Avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the salsa by combining red onion, diced tomato, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño (if using), and salt in a bowl. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes.
- Serve by placing sliced chicken on a plate and topping it with salsa and avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg