Description
This Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Corn recipe is a flavorful and easy stovetop dish that combines tender chicken with charred corn, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Corn Mixture:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Juice of 2 limes
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Transfer to a plate and let rest.
- Prepare the Corn Mixture: In the same skillet, add butter and corn, cooking for 4–5 minutes until slightly charred and tender. Stir in lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, and red onion if using.
- Combine and Serve: Slice or dice the chicken, return it to the skillet, and toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Serve with lime wedges and additional cilantro if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, tortillas, or over a salad.
- Use grilled corn for added smoky flavor.
- You can substitute parsley if cilantro isn’t preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
