Chicken Breasts Deglazed with Lime

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and zesty Chicken Breasts Deglazed with Lime recipe! Juicy, golden-seared chicken is paired with a tangy lime-infused sauce that’s balanced by the richness of butter and aromatic garlic. The dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or quick entertaining. A splash of chicken broth deglazes the skillet, lifting all those flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan, while lime juice and zest add a refreshing citrus twist. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, this easy, one-skillet recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and pairs beautifully with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad. Try this quick and flavorful meal for a satisfying, citrus-forward twist on classic chicken breast recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.33 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and ground paprika.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Deglaze the skillet with the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the fresh lime juice and lime zest.

Step 5

Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors combine and the sauce slightly thicken.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the lime sauce over them. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the chicken and coat it with the sauce.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the chicken with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(870.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1543.4

Total Fat 65.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 622.6mg	0%
Sodium 3065.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 218.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 130.9mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2009.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.3%

Protein: 58.2%

Carbs: 2.5%