Lime Drenched Chicken with Onions
Transform your weeknight dinners with this zesty and flavorful Lime Drenched Chicken with Onions recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in freshly squeezed lime juice, fragrant garlic, and a bold blend of ground cumin and paprika, then seared to golden perfection. The dish is crowned with sweet and tender caramelized onions that soak up the tangy lime goodness, creating a balance of vibrant citrus and savory richness in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing skillet meal is perfect for busy evenings yet impressive enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve alongside fluffy rice or crisp green salad for a deliciously satisfying dinner that will tantalize your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 4 whole Limes
- 2 large Yellow onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Juice the four limes into a small bowl and set aside. Mince the garlic cloves and thinly slice the yellow onions.
Place the chicken breasts in a large mixing bowl. Pour half the lime juice over the chicken, then add the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 15 minutes.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and caramelized.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and pour the remaining lime juice over them. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm with rice, vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.3 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2896 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 220.4 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*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.
