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Cayenne-Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa

FLAVOR BOOSTER A spicy dry rub is a great, no-calorie way to flavor skinless chicken breasts. Combined with red onion and lime juice, heart-healthy avocado creates a soothing salsa for a nice balance of hot and cool.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each)
1 medium red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 avocado, halved lengthwise, pitted, peeled, and cut into medium dice

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat dry chicken. In a medium bowl, combine onion and lime juice. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and the cayenne; rub mixture all over chicken.

    Step 2

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add chicken, and cook until browned on the outside and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes per side.

    Step 3

    Just before serving, fold avocado into onion mixture; season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken topped with salsa.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 4

    (Per Serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 344

    Step 6

    Fat: 13.7g (2.2g Saturated Fat)

    Step 7

    Protein: 47g

    Step 8

    Carbohydrates: 7g

    Step 9

    Fiber: 3.5g

Everyday Food: Light
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