Lime Chicken Vinaigrette
Brighten up your dinner table with this zesty and flavorful Lime Chicken Vinaigrette! This quick and easy recipe combines tender, pan-seared chicken breasts with a refreshing lime-infused vinaigrette made from olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A hint of Dijon mustard adds depth, while minced garlic and fresh cilantro elevate the dish with bold, aromatic notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it alongside rice, a crisp side salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal packed with vibrant flavors. This Lime Chicken Vinaigrette recipe is a delicious way to add a citrusy kick to your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the lime vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is emulsified and smooth. Set aside.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot but not smoking, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is fully cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Drizzle the prepared lime vinaigrette over the chicken breasts while they are still warm.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Optionally, serve with rice, a salad, or roasted vegetables.
Enjoy your Lime Chicken Vinaigrette!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.1 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2989 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 214.7 g | 429% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 167 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
