Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

Recipe Card:

Prep - 5 mins | Cook - 20 mins | Total - 25 mins

Makes 6 Servings

Nutrition - 233 cals, 26g protein, 12g fat, 5g carbs

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp garlic powder, divided - set aside ½ tsp for chicken seasoning
• ¾ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp dried parsley
• ⅛ tsp paprika
• ⅛ tsp onion powder
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 4 Tbsp lime juice

Directions:

1. Mix together salt, black pepper, cayenne, ½ tsp garlic powder, thyme, parsley, paprika, and onion powder in a small bowl. 
2. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of chicken breasts.
3. Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side. 
4. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. 
5. Cook 5 minutes more, stirring frequently to coat evenly with cooking juices.