Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Tomato Salsa

Ingredients

• 5 oz (140 g) chicken breast, 3/4 inch (2 cm) thick
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) fine salt, plus black pepper
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) lime juice, divided
• 1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil
• 1/2 avocado, diced (70 g)
• 1/2 cup (75 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tbsp (5 g) chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp lime zest

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Method

1. Season the chicken with the paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half the lime juice.
2. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and 165°F (74°C) inside. Rest for 3 minutes.
3. Mix the avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, lime zest, the rest of the lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
4. Slice the chicken and serve with the salsa.