Description
This Garlic Lime Chicken is a flavorful and easy dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of spices, pan-seared to golden perfection, and then finished with a tangy garlic lime sauce. It’s a simple yet satisfying recipe that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: If needed, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Season chicken breasts generously on both sides.
- Cook Chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6 minutes per side), reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Make Sauce: Sprinkle minced garlic into the skillet and pour in chicken broth and lime juice. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve: Serve chicken hot with the pan sauce spooned over.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the chicken, as it can become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Serve with your favorite sides, such as rice pilaf, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg