Cilantro Lime Chicken

Cilantro Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines zesty lime and fresh cilantro with tender chicken, making it a perfect Keto-friendly Chinese lunch option. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, ideal for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams (chopped)
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon (grated)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro, mixing well to combine.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 42 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants from cilantro, which may support detoxification.

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