Zesty Chicken Lime (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Seasonings & Chicken
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2 large chicken breasts (about 1 to 1.2 pounds)
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1 tablespoon of olive oil
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Half a teaspoon of cumin
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Half a teaspoon of paprika
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A quarter teaspoon of fine salt
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A quarter teaspoon of ground black pepper
→ Lime-Chili Marinade
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1/4 cup of olive oil
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1/2 cup cilantro, chopped up
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Juice from 1 lime (freshly squeezed)
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1 tablespoon of honey
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2 cloves of garlic, minced finely
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1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
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1 fresh chili pepper, sliced thin
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A small pinch of salt
# Instructions:
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Stir together everything for the marinade in a mixing bowl until blended well.
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Cut chicken breasts lengthwise first, then into smaller chunks. In another large bowl, toss chicken with some olive oil, spices, and 1 tablespoon of the marinade.
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Warm a skillet on medium heat with a little olive oil. Cook chicken pieces for about 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway. Near the end, drizzle some marinade over the pieces.
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Move the cooked chicken to a plate and pour the leftover marinade on top.
# Notes:
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Let the chicken sit in the marinade beforehand or cook it right away.
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Great for serving in tacos, topping salads, or as your main meal.
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Use more or less chili depending on how spicy you want it.