Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Top with sliced jalapeños and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by including more or fewer jalapeños.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Grill or stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg