This cilantro lime chicken breast is so easy to make and makes a delicious main course. This recipe really packs on the flavor with only a few basic ingredients, like honey, lime, chipotle pepper and soy.
Cook several chicken breast, tenders, or thighs ahead of time and your family will love you for it.
If weight loss is your thing, this is a recipe will be right up your alley. This dish is definitely low carb/low calorie so eat as much as you like. In this example, I cooked the chicken in a skillet but you could easily adapt this for the grill, crockpot or baking in an oven.
Lime marinade for cilantro lime chicken breast
A marinade for this recipe is not required but if you have a little time and patients, simply place your chicken breasts in a freezer bag and pour in some lime juice.
What goes with cilantro lime chicken breast?
If you would like to pair a side item with your honey lime chicken, consider adding rice, quinoa or a simple salad. This dish would also be great on a sandwich, pita or flatbread.