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Limeade Chicken

Ingredients

6 Servings12 Servings24 Servings
Chicken breast, boneless, skinless0.875 lb1.75 lb3.5 lb
Lime juice, canned, bottled, or squeezed2 oz4 oz8 oz
Vegetable oil1 Tbsp2 Tbsp4 Tbsp
Pepper, black1 tsp2 tsp4 tsp

Directions

  1. 1. Trim fat from chicken breast.
  2. 2. Cut each breast into four pieces and place in resealable bag.
  3. 3. Add lime juice, oil and pepper and toss in bag.
  4. 4. Marinate 3 hours.
  5. 5. Place on oiled cookie sheet.
  6. 6. Bake at 400 F for about an hour.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1-1/2 oz (79g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 132 From Fat 42
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Sat. Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 203mg 8%
Total Carb 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 20g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0% Iron 4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food For Thought

The chicken can marinate overnight, so make the marinade in advance . IT can also be made using lemon or orange juice.

CACFP Crediting

For 3-5 year olds; Lunch/Supper. Must serve all of the following:

  • Meat/Meat Alternate