Quick Lime Cilantro Chicken Dinner
This quick and easy Lime Cilantro Chicken Dinner is ready in just 25 minutes! Tender chicken breasts are baked with a flavorful lime and cilantro marinade. A perfect weeknight meal!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Light brown sugar Packed
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro Fresh, finely minced, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place the chicken breasts on the baking sheet and pound them to an even thickness.
- Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle the chicken with fresh lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice and your favorite Mexican side dishes.