Garlic Lime Chicken

Overhead view of a lime garlic chicken breast

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This Garlic Lime Chicken is seasoned with an incredible spice rub then sautéed in fresh lime juice and garlic. Bursting with flavor, tender and juicy, this chicken breast dish is also low calorie, low carb, and high protein.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken lime garlic, garlic lime chicken, lime garlic chicken

Servings: people

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large garlic clove , minced
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Instructions

If one end of the chicken breasts is noticeably thicker, gently pound it out so the entire breast is an even thickness.
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of the chicken breasts.
Warm butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once bubbly and shimmering, add chicken and sauté until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side.
Sprinkle with minced garlic and pour in the chicken broth and lime juice. Cook, stirring frequently and coat evenly with the cooking juices for 5 more minutes or until an internal temperature reaches 165F.
Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Avoid overcooking the chicken. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts but you do want to take care to not overcook. Use a thermometer to check the temperature - it should be 165F.

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