Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime

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Tender chicken breasts topped with toasty cassava flour mixture and fresh lime zest. This brazilian-inspired grilling ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breasts, cassava flour, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.1 (67 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until bubbling. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Step 2: While chicken cooks, melt remaining 1 tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup cassava flour and toast for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp lime zest and 3 tbsp chopped green onion into the toasted cassava flour. Transfer chicken to a plate, top with farofa mixture, and garnish with extra lime zest.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Farofa Topped Grilled Chicken with Lime?

Brazilian grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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