Cilantro Lime Ground Chicken
Bold, flavorful Cilantro Lime Ground Chicken that is seasoned with a simple homemade seasoning blend, fresh chopped cilantro, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Perfect for quick and easy weeknight dinners. Load this ground chicken into tacos, burritos, bowls, and more!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 2 teaspoons granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- juice from 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat a medium size skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground chicken to the skillet, then add the seasonings (salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano).
- Break apart the meat while it cooks with the seasonings. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the meat is fully cooked through (will look white and no longer pink).
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and fresh lime juice.
- Use in tacos, burritos, salads, bowls, and more!
Notes
Storage:
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a sealed container.
- Reheat on the stovetop with a small amount of broth if needed for extra moisture.
- Freeze in a freezer safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 510mg | Potassium: 622mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg