Weight Watchers Chili Lime Chicken 3 Points
Get ready to savor bold flavors with Weight Watchers Chili Lime Chicken, a mouthwatering, low-point recipe that's as healthy as it is delicious! Perfect for a quick and easy meal, this dish combines tender boneless chicken breasts with a zesty marinade of fresh lime juice, honey, olive oil, and a medley of spices, including chili powder, cumin, and paprika. With only 3 Weight Watchers points per serving, this protein-packed entrée is ideal for anyone looking to stay on track without sacrificing taste. The chicken is marinated to perfection, then seared for a juicy, flavorful bite every time. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for an added burst of brightness, and pair with your favorite side dishes for a satisfying dinner. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes (excluding marinating time), this chili lime chicken is sure to become a weeknight favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. For maximum flavor, marinate closer to the 4-hour mark.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray if needed.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place it in the preheated skillet. Discard the leftover marinade.
Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 339 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
