Description
This Garlic Lime Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, cooked to perfection in a skillet and finished with a zesty garlic lime sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- â…› teaspoon smoked paprika
- â…› teaspoon onion powder
- â…› teaspoon red pepper flakes
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: If needed, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, smoked paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with this spice mixture.
- Cook Chicken: Heat butter and olive oil together in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Make Sauce: Sprinkle the minced garlic into the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and fresh lime juice. Stir frequently and cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly, coating the chicken with tangy, garlicky flavor.
- Serve: Plate the chicken breasts hot and spoon the pan sauce over them. Serve immediately for a delicious and vibrant main dish.
Notes
- For more even cooking, pounding the chicken breasts to uniform thickness is recommended.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best citrus flavor in the sauce.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.
- Serve with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
- Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure safety.
