Description
Juicy grilled chicken meets zesty lime marinade and a vibrant avocado salsa in this bold, flavor-packed dish! It’s fresh, colorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend grilling. Easy to make, irresistibly tasty, and customizable with your favorite toppings—this Fiesta Lime Chicken is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Zest of 1 lime
For the Avocado Salsa:
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- Sour cream
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and lime zest. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat well. Seal and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor). - Cook the Chicken:
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. - Make the Avocado Salsa:
While the chicken rests, gently mix avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. - Assemble and Serve:
Place sliced grilled chicken on a serving plate. Spoon the avocado salsa generously over the top. Add any optional toppings like cheese, sour cream, or a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Want some heat? Add diced jalapeños to the avocado salsa.
- Swap in chicken thighs for a juicier bite.
- Great for meal prep—store the chicken and salsa separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Grilled or Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa
- Calories: ~420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: fiesta lime chicken, grilled chicken with avocado salsa, lime chicken, avocado tomato salsa, Tex-Mex chicken