CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN with AVOCADO SALSA
(from peachyJane’s recipe box)
EASY AND QUICK….ONLY 3-5 MINUTES TO MARINATE
Source: MyRecipes.com
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: CHICKEN, GRILLING, MAIN DISH
Ingredients
- 2 T minced fresh cilantro
- 2 1/2 T fresh lime juice (I use bottled)
- 1 1/2 T olive oil
- 4 (6 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- SALSA:
- 1 c. chopped plum tomato (about 2)
- 2 T. finely chopped onion (red)
- 2 tsp. fresh lime juice
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 avocado, peeled and finely chopped
Directions
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Heat grill on medium-high for 10 minutes
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Combine first 4 ingredients in ziplock bag.
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Marinate 3-5 minutes and no more!
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Remove chicken and discard marinade.
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Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 tsp salt.
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Cook 5 minutes each side.
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SALSA: Combine tomato and next 4 ingredients.
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Add avocado and stir gently.
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Service over chicken.