Lime Sauced Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this zesty and flavorful Lime Sauced Chicken recipe! Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a tangy lime and honey sauce, perfectly balanced with savory garlic and a hint of fresh cilantro. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a simple yet elegant meal. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crisp steamed vegetables to soak up every drop of the luscious lime-infused sauce. With its vibrant flavors and minimal prep, this citrus-inspired chicken recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for fans of fresh, zingy flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime Lime slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the chicken broth, lime juice, and honey to the skillet, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the lime sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to soak up the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the chicken and sauce.
Serve the Lime Sauced Chicken immediately, garnished with lime slices if desired. Pair with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3437 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 220.1 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*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.
