Best 2 Lime Broccoli Chicken Recipes

In the realm of delectable dishes, there exists a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and leaves a lasting impression: lime broccoli chicken. This delightful creation combines the vibrant flavors of lime with the tender texture of chicken and the vibrant green of broccoli, resulting in a symphony of taste and color. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, lime broccoli chicken stands ready to fulfill your culinary desires.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LIME-CILANTRO CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI

Lime-Cilantro Chicken and Broccoli image

Chicken and broccoli may sound like a ho-hum dish, but you can make it finger-licking with the right marinade and dipping sauce.

Provided by Kelly LeVeque

Categories HarperCollins Dinner Chicken Poultry Broccoli Lime Cilantro Cashew Garlic Jalapeño Kid-Friendly

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

Marinade/dipping sauce:
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
½ cup packed cilantro leaves
1 cup unsalted cashews, dry-roasted, raw, or toasted
¼ cup avocado oil
4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon tamari
1 tablespoon coconut aminos
1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded, and roughly chopped
Chicken and broccoli:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin (see tip below)
1 large broccoli head, cut into florets
2 tablespoons avocado oil

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 475°F.
In a food processor, pulse all the marinade/dipping sauce ingredients to a pesto consistency. Reserve half to serve as a dipping sauce.
Place the chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and coat it with the remaining marinade. Coat the broccoli with avocado oil, then spread it on the baking sheet with the chicken. Bake for 7 minutes, flip the chicken breasts and broccoli florets, and bake for 7 more minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli is lightly browned.
Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

LIME BROCCOLI CHICKEN

LIME BROCCOLI CHICKEN image

Categories Chicken Rice Fry Quick & Easy

Yield seves 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
1 can crean if celery soup(10 and 3/4 oz)
1 tsp bottled, chopped garlic
1/4 tsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbs fresh lime juice
2 cups lightly cooked broccoli flowerets
4 cups hot cooked instant rice
lime slices, and parsley leaves for garnish if desired.

Steps:

Spray medium skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat 1 min. Add chicken 1/2 at a time and cook until brkowned, stirring often. Set chicken aside. Add soup, milk lime juice, garlic, chilantro, pepper, and broccoli. Heat to a boil. Return chicken to pan and heat through. Serve over rice. Garnish as desired.

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cut broccoli florets and pre-cooked chicken.
If you don't have rice wine vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or lemon juice.
Add a teaspoon of honey or brown sugar to the sauce for a sweeter flavor.
If you like spicy food, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped chili peppers to the sauce.
Serve the stir-fry over rice, noodles, or quinoa.

Conclusion:

This easy and flavorful stir-fry is a great weeknight meal. It's packed with fresh vegetables, lean protein, and a delicious sauce. Plus, it's ready in just 30 minutes! So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this lime broccoli chicken stir-fry a try.