Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe
Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe serves 43g protein and 471 calories per serving across six portions — versatile enough for cutting or maintenance phases. Six servings prep on the stovetop efficiently, scaling your protein intake without doubling cooking sessions. The moderate calorie density works across multiple training goals throughout your training year.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(80g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic
- •Honey(15g)
- •2 teaspoons lime zest
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
- •Chili powder(30g)
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(1361g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, honey, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- 2Add the chicken to the marinade, and turn to coat well. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- 3Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the chicken thighs in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 6 minutes per side.
- 4Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
471
calories
43g
protein
32g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 6g
- Saturated fat
- 5.7g
- Sodium
- 290 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.1g
6 servings per batch · ~268g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe have per serving?
Each serving has 43g of protein for 471 calories, with 32g fat and only 6g carbs. This is a ketogenic-leaning option for lifters who are restricting carbs while maintaining protein intake.
How long does Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe take to prep?
This recipe offers quick prep time and yields 6 servings from a single batch on the stovetop. You're getting six meals from one cooking session with minimal hands-on time.
Is Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe good for fat loss?
At 471 calories and 43g protein per serving with minimal carbs at 6g, this recipe is highly suitable for cutting phases or keto-style dieting. The low carbohydrate content helps preserve calories that can be allocated to vegetables or other whole foods.
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