Description
A flavorful spicy chicken dish perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 lime (juiced)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with lime juice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper for desired heat level.
- Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- For a smoky flavor, consider adding smoked paprika.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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