Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

4.50 (8)
⏱ 30 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Chicken Breast

This zesty chicken dish delivers a punch of flavour. Chicken breasts are generously seasoned with a blend of spices including cayenne, paprika and herbs. They are then pan fried in a mix of margarine and oil until beautifully browned. A final toss with more garlic powder and fresh lime juice creates a simple, tangy glaze that coats the chicken perfectly. It's a quick and flavourful main course ideal for a weeknight dinner.

Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice

Method

  1. Combine the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme and dried parsley in a small bowl.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub the prepared spice mix all over both sides of each piece.
  3. Place a large, heavy skillet on the cooker and add the margarine and olive oil, allowing them to melt together.
  4. Cook the seasoned chicken in the hot fat for approximately 6 minutes per side, until it develops a golden brown crust.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of garlic powder over the chicken, followed by the lime juice.
  6. Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes, turning the chicken pieces often to ensure they are well coated in the pan sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium449500 mg

Recipe details

CategoryChicken Breast
AuthorChef Dudo