Cayenne-Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa

Name: Cayenne-Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa
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

December 22, 2011

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

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.
nutrition information
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(Per Serving)
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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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