Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make creamy cilantro lime chicken dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. The combination of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and creamy sauce creates a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lime juice, heavy cream, and chopped cilantro.
- Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of cilantro to your preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy cilantro lime chicken, easy chicken recipe, Mexican chicken dish