Lime- and Chili-Rubbed Chicken Breasts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Lime- and Chili-Rubbed Chicken Breasts
20 min.
4
191kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with a burst of flavor? Look no further than our Lime- and Chili-Rubbed Chicken Breasts! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for those busy evenings when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a mouthwatering dish that’s not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with vibrant flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

The combination of zesty lime and spicy chili creates a delightful rub that infuses the chicken with a refreshing kick. The brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness, balancing the heat and making each bite irresistible. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a summer cookout or simply looking for a healthy dinner option, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.

With only 191 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a protein-packed meal that’s rich in flavor. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, this chicken pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or your favorite side dish. So, gather your ingredients, heat up that grill, and get ready to savor a dish that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons brown sugar packed
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix chili powder, brown sugar, lime peel, salt, garlic powder and ground red pepper. Rub both sides of chicken with oil, then with spice mixture.
  2. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 15 minutes, turning once or twice, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170F).

Nutrition Facts

Calories191kcal
Protein65.64%
Fat28.43%
Carbs5.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.25
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
14.327391119107%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:190.81kcal
9.54%
Fat:5.83g
8.97%
Saturated Fat:0.98g
6.11%
Carbohydrates:2.74g
0.91%
Net Carbohydrates:2.33g
0.85%
Sugar:2.04g
2.27%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:472.22mg
20.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.28g
60.55%
Vitamin B3:14.91mg
74.56%
Selenium:45.64µg
65.2%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.43%
Phosphorus:301.89mg
30.19%
Vitamin B5:2.04mg
20.35%
Potassium:551.2mg
15.75%
Magnesium:38.83mg
9.71%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.95%
Vitamin A:365.53IU
7.31%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.82%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.3%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.83%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Iron:0.74mg
4.09%
Vitamin K:2.82µg
2.69%
Copper:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin C:2.05mg
2.48%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.17%
Fiber:0.41g
1.64%
Folate:6.2µg
1.55%
Calcium:12.8mg
1.28%