Zesty Lime Infused Butter Chicken
Key Lime Chicken (Low Fat)
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Description: Make and share this Key Lime Chicken (Low Fat) recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
Recipe Category: Chicken Breast
Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, St. Patrick’s Day, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 171
- Fat Content: 5.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 79.9mg
- Sodium Content: 320.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.2g
- Protein Content: 27.4g
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 3 | tablespoons butter |
| 3 | tablespoons lime juice |
| 16 | chicken bouillon granules |
| 1 | teaspoon poultry seasoning |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/2 | teaspoon dried rosemary |
| 1/2 | teaspoon ground black pepper |
| 1/2 | teaspoon paprika |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Arrange Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
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Butter it Up: Dot the chicken breasts with butter, distributing evenly across the top.
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Prepare Lime Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice and hot sauce.
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Pour Over Chicken: Pour the lime juice and hot sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
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Prepare Seasoning Mix: In another bowl, combine the chicken bouillon granules, poultry seasoning, salt, dried rosemary, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
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Season Chicken: Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring full coverage.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on top.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove the Key Lime Chicken from the oven. Serve hot and enjoy!
This Key Lime Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions like St. Patrick’s Day. The combination of tangy lime juice, savory seasonings, and juicy chicken breasts creates a dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Plus, with its low-fat content, it’s a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like steamed vegetables or rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this Key Lime Chicken is sure to impress!
