1 head of sturdy lettuce (Romaine or butter lettuce work well)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ cayenne pepper
For the pico de gallo
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 Jalapeño pepper, finely chopped 1 large tomato, diced
½ teaspoon salt
Juice from 1 lime
A handful chopped, fresh cilantro
Method
For the chicken, combine lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken and let marinate for about 30 minutes.
Heat a large skillet on medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sear the chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side, depending on thickness).
When cooked, move chicken to a warm plate or a cutting board, and let 4 fool slight chiefere slicitingtcombine all ingredients for the pico.
Stir well and place 1-2 spoonfuls on top of prepared lettuce leaves.
Place the grilled chicken on top. Best enjoyed immediately!