Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

Two days, two posts...as most people at this time of year, I am doing pretty well at keeping up with my New Year's Resolution. :) I made this last night...just FYI if you're a football fanatic (even though you don't like either team playing) I suggest not making this unless its half time or the game is a blow out. The 49ers/Giants game had me going back and forth...if you can see the TV from your kitchen, lucky you. ;) The hubby enjoyed this one, so it goes in the recipe binder. I didn't measure all the ingredients out because I hate doing that. (Thus why you won't see many baking recipes from me, unless you don't really have to measure.) In my picture, I left out the butter, but I did use it. This recipe was adapted from: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/spicy-garlic-lime-chicken/detail.aspx
Ingredients: (I didn't measure these..just poured into a small bowl)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (add more for spice)
1/8 teaspoon paprika
 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (I like the organic chicken)


2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons lime juice (would have been better with fresh limes)

Preparation:
1. In a small bowl mix together: salt, black pepper, cayenne, paprika,1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, thyme, and parsley.

2. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of the chicken breasts. (I rubbed mine in a little to lock in same extra taste.)

3. Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.

4. Saute chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side.

5. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. Cook 5 minutes turning to coat evenly with sauce.

 6. Serve with your favorite veggie...this would have been good with garlic bread too!