Description
A zesty, summery dish combining tender grilled chicken marinated in lime and cilantro with a vibrant strawberry salsa. The sweet-tart salsa balances the smoky chicken, making it perfect for casual meals or gatherings. Quick to make and bursting with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups strawberries, chopped
2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare salsa: In a separate bowl, toss strawberries, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and salt. Set aside.
Grill chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess. Cook for 6.5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes.
Serve: Top each chicken breast with a generous scoop of strawberry salsa. Serve with tortillas or chips if desired.
Notes
Marinate ahead: Chill for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Salsa can be made 1 hour in advance. Store in an airtight container.
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overgrilling.
Substitute avocados or mangoes in salsa for added creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 13
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg