Creamy Cilantro Lime Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (medium)

• 1 Tbsp. oil (choice)

• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

• 2 cloves garlic (crushed or minced)

• 1 cup water (chicken broth, can also be used)

• 1 lime (or 2 tablespoons)

• 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro (cilantro)

• 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes

• salt

• pepper

• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half and half or sour-cream or greek yogurt)

Directions

• In a large heavy-duty skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken generously with salt and pepper then add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes, turning once or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and cover with foil on a separate plate, set aside.

• Add onions to the same skillet (without washing it) and cook onion for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for just 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, lime juice, cilantro, red peppers flaked, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil for 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by 1/4 cup.

• Whisk in cream during the last minute. Turn off heat and return chicken to the sauce. Garnish with more cilantro. Serve with aside of steamed veggies or rice.