CAYENNE-RUBBED CHICKEN WITH AVOCADO SALSA

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Cool, buttery avocado makes a soothing salsa -- a palate-pleasing contrast to spicy meats, such as these cayenne-rubbed chicken breasts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 Hass avocado, pitted and cut into chunks

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cayenne; rub all over chicken.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add chicken, and cook until browned on the outside and opaque throughout, 8 to 10 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine onion and lime juice; set aside. Just before serving, fold avocado chunks into onion mixture; season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken topped with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 47 g

Samantha Walcott
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the salsa was so fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Vinny
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The chicken was perfectly seasoned and the salsa was just the right amount of spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ahmad Shah
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I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken he'd ever had. I'll definitely be making this again.


Anto Playz Roblox
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect complement.


Lili Ivan
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, and I've also experimented with different spices in the rub. It always turns out delicious.


Bogdan Voicu
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I was looking for a new chicken recipe to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! The chicken was so flavorful and the salsa was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Bal bahadur Gurung
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the combination of the cayenne pepper and the avocado salsa. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Kishon S
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect complement. I love that this recipe is so easy to make, yet it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Rinkon Dey
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the salsa was so fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Maritza Leyva.
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The chicken was perfectly seasoned and the salsa was just the right amount of spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Beauty Nweze
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I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken he'd ever had. I'll definitely be making this again.


King Mitima
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect complement.


Michael Straub
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, and I've also experimented with different spices in the rub. It always turns out delicious.


Supen Boriabarta
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This was my first time making cayenne-rubbed chicken and it turned out great! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the salsa was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Gabriela Iglecias
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the salsa is always fresh and flavorful. I love that this recipe is so easy to make, yet it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Relebogile Magwentshu
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the salsa was creamy and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy chick


Qaresih Wambuga
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This cayenne-rubbed chicken with avocado salsa was a hit at my last dinner party! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the salsa was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.