Chili Lime Chicken - Healthy Quick Recipe

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and provides a plant-based protein option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Using water is a cost-effective way to prepare rice.

red bell pepper

🥗Healthier: yellow bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell peppers are typically less expensive and have a slightly different flavor.

Combine 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 150 grams of lime juice, juice of 2 limes, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in a bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mixture and stir well to create a marinade.

Select 1 kg of chicken and add it to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated.

Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken for at least 3 hours, or longer for better flavor.

Preheat the grill to 200 degrees Celsius.

Cook the marinated chicken on the grill for 6 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 6 minutes on the other side until cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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