Fiesta Lime Chicken Avocado Salsa (Print Version)
Bright lime-marinated chicken served with a fresh avocado salsa—zesty, colorful, and loaded with flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Preparation
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 tablespoon grated lime zest
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Avocado Salsa
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2 ripe avocados, diced
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250 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
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0.5 red onion, finely chopped
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0.5 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
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0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly oil a baking dish. Transfer marinated chicken to the dish, discarding excess marinade. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle dressing over salsa ingredients and toss gently to combine.
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Allow roasted chicken to rest for several minutes. Slice and arrange on serving plates. Top generously with avocado salsa and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Marinating the chicken for several hours enhances both tenderness and the depth of citrus-chili flavor.