Description
A flavorful blend of lime and Cajun spices brings this chicken dish to life, creating a zesty and aromatic culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 lime, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Cajun seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice in a mixing bowl to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the marinated chicken on the grill or skillet, cooking for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper just before finishing.
- Serve hot, garnished with lime slices and cilantro.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate chicken a day in advance. Optional cooking methods include air frying or roasting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cajun, chicken, lime, grill, easy dinner