Description
This Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Corn recipe is a fresh and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The zesty marinade infuses the chicken with a tangy lime flavor, while the charred corn adds a sweet crunch. Serve this Mexican-inspired dish with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Corn:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Additional:
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- Cook the Corn: In the same skillet, cook the corn for 3–4 minutes until charred. Stir in cilantro, season, and turn off the heat.
- Serve: Slice or shred the chicken and serve over the corn. Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
- Great served with rice, tortillas, or a fresh avocado salad.
- Grilling the chicken adds a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Grilling optional
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
