Cilantro-Lime Chicken

SERVES 2 • PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES • COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES

LOW-CARB • LOW-FAT/LOW-CHOLESTEROL • LOW-SODIUM

5-INGREDIENT, 30 MINUTES OR LESS, ONE-POT

This light chicken is marinated with red pepper flakes, maple syrup, and cilantro for a modestly spicy yet surprisingly sweet dish. This dish is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways—you can use a whole chicken breast, slice the chicken into cubes or strips, or swap it for the tempeh in the Chile-Lime Tempeh Tacos with Green Apple Slaw or in the Tempeh Taco Salad with Chile-Lime Glaze . It also pairs well with the Red Cabbage and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Dressing .

2 (4-ounce) chicken breasts

2 tablespoons Chile-Lime Glaze

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 . In a large mixing bowl or freezer bag, marinate the chicken with the glaze, garlic powder, pepper, and cilantro for at least 10 minutes.

2 . In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until lightly browned and cooked through. Add the lime juice over the chicken. Serve on salad or paired with a side dish of your choice. Alternatively, the chicken may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

FLAVOR TIP: Marinate the chicken for 4 hours or overnight for a richer and more pronounced chile-lime and maple syrup flavor.

Per serving: Calories: 184, Total fat: 8g, Saturated fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 80mg, Sodium: 52mg, Potassium: 48mg, Magnesium: 4mg, Carbohydrates: 4g, Sugars: 2g, Fiber: <1g, Protein: 25g, Added sugar: 1g, Vitamin K: 6mcg