CHICKEN IN LIME BUTTER

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"A few ordinary, on-hand ingredients make this moist and tender chicken something really extraordinary! The flavor added by the rich, buttery sauce with a splash of lime juice is unmatched. It's been a hands-down winner at our house for 20 some years," says Denise Segura of Draper, Utah.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon minced chives

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reaches 170°; drain. Remove and keep warm. , Add butter and lime juice to the skillet; cook and stir until butter is melted. Stir in dill and chives. Drizzle over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Sarah Delaney
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken cooks quickly, and the sauce is simple to make. I often serve it with rice or pasta.


Alarape Oluwasegun
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I love the bright, citrusy flavor of this dish. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Duis Parica
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is flavorful and creamy. I usually serve it with rice or pasta.


Marcin Kompinski
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredible. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Ranjith Ranjith
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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 sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


Safdar Iqbal Safdar Iqbal
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This is a great recipe for entertaining. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Harold Young
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is flavorful and creamy.


CA 17SHOTS
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This is a delicious and versatile recipe. I've made it with chicken, fish, and shrimp, and it's always a hit. The sauce is especially good.


Paul Tinkaman
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and moist, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


amailanuradha Wijithaweeru
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken cooks quickly, and the sauce is simple to make. I often serve it with rice or pasta.


kevin walter
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


chuck white
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This dish is a winner! The chicken is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is amazing. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a complete meal.


Mark Gachiri
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Owusu Eunice
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shelley Deeken
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I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend, and everyone raved about it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


saher saher
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This is a simple but delicious recipe. I love the bright, citrusy flavor of the lime. I also appreciate that it's a one-pan dish, which makes for easy cleanup.


SK AKOSH. GAMOr
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is amazing. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.


Nuclear Maga
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This chicken dish was a hit with my family! The lime and butter flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.