Chicken in the Limelight
Brighten up your dinner table with "Chicken in the Limelight," a zesty and flavorful dish that’s sure to become your new weeknight favorite. This easy-to-make recipe brings together tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a tantalizing lime-infused sauce that balances citrusy tang, garlicky depth, and a touch of honey sweetness. With fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a pop of cilantro as the star ingredients, this dish is a vibrant celebration of bold flavors. The silky, thickened sauce elevates every bite, making it perfect for serving over fluffy rice, quinoa, or a medley of steamed vegetables. Ready in just 40 minutes and brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients, "Chicken in the Limelight" is a quick and delicious way to keep dinner exciting while delighting your family with a restaurant-quality meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 4 whole limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons zest of lime
Directions
Step 1
Zest two limes, then juice all four limes. Set the zest and juice aside separately.
Step 2
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but avoid browning the garlic.
Step 5
Pour in the lime juice and chicken broth. Stir in the honey and lime zest, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Step 7
While the chicken cooks, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Garnish the dish with chopped cilantro before serving. Serve the chicken and sauce over rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1353.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1770.6 |
| Total Fat 65.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 604.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3028.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.2g | |
| Protein 219.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 191.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 388.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories