Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

A delightful lime chicken recipe with a little spicy kick. Serve this dish with rice and your favorite vegetable.

Ingredients :

• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 ¼ teaspoons garlic powder, divided
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
• ⅛ teaspoon paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice

Directions :

1. Mix together salt, black pepper, cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, thyme, parsley, paprika, and onion powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of chicken breasts.
2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. Cook 5 minutes more, stirring frequently to coat evenly with cooking juices.