Description
Rachel’s Fiesta Lime Grilled Chicken is a bold and zesty grilled chicken recipe marinated with lime, garlic, and savory spices, then topped with a fresh avocado salsa. This vibrant dish is juicy, smoky, refreshing, and perfect for summer meals, meal prep, or healthy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup avocado oil or olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh limes
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, water, avocado oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, sea salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts and coat evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the avocado salsa by combining diced avocados, red onion, cherry tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeño in a bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, then refrigerate.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the liquid. Pat the chicken lightly dry.
- Rub the chicken with oil and season with Cajun seasoning, parsley, and cumin.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm topped generously with the avocado salsa.
Notes
- Marinating overnight gives the chicken deeper flavor and extra tenderness.
- Fresh lime juice creates the brightest citrus flavor.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra juicy results.
- Serve with rice, salad, tortillas, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Keep the avocado salsa separate when storing leftovers to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
