Chicken and Garlic

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This is a yummy easy recipe that my kids love. Chicken pieces are fried in oil, then dressed with lime juice and cilantro in a dish that goes best served over rice. For added spice, add a few chilies when the garlic goes in.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
5
Yield:
5 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 5 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken pieces in the hot oil until browned on all sides. Add the garlic, and continue to cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle. Stir in the cilantro and lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Cook just until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

224 Calories
12g Fat
2g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 224
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 27g 53%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 254mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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