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Spicy Fiesta Lime Chicken
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Spicy Fiesta Lime Chicken

Course Meal
Keyword Jalapeno Pepper, Pickled Jalapenos
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 783kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons piri piri seasoning
  • 1 can chopped tomatoes 14-ounce can
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 1 cup shredded strong cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice approximately the juice of one lime
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest approximately the zest of one lime
  • 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeño peppers
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Instructions

  • Pre-heat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a baking tray or casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the piri piri seasoning over the chicken.
  • Pour the chopped tomatoes over the chicken, then sprinkle it evenly with salt an the lime zest.
  • Bake the chicken for 22 minutes then remove it from the oven.
  • Crumble the tortilla chips while in the bag, then pour the tortilla chip pieces evenly over the chicken.
  • Top the chicken and tortilla with cheese, the pickled jalapeño slices, and lime juice. Bake for a further 5 minutes until the cheese has melted and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve the spicy fiesta lime chicken with rice or salad for a delicious Mexican inspired meal!

Nutrition

Calories: 783kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 62g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 174mg | Sodium: 1347mg | Potassium: 1330mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2346IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 394mg | Iron: 5mg