Chargrilled Chicken with Cilantro Salsa
Fire up your grill for a flavor-packed delight with this Chargrilled Chicken with Cilantro Salsa recipe! Juicy, perfectly marinated chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky blend of cumin, paprika, garlic, and olive oil, then charred to tender perfection over open flames. The real star of this dish, however, is the vibrant cilantro salsa—a zesty, herbaceous blend of fresh cilantro, parsley, lime juice, and a touch of honey, with a spicy kick from jalapeño and a hint of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines bold, smoky flavors with refreshing brightness for a healthy, crowd-pleasing dinner. Perfect for a summer barbecue or weeknight grilling, serve it over a bed of greens or alongside warm tortillas for an extra burst of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 piece Jalapeño pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Rub the marinade generously over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes to enhance the flavor.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the cilantro salsa by combining cilantro leaves, parsley leaves, lime juice, jalapeño pepper, diced red onion, honey, and 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is slightly chunky but well-combined. Adjust salt to taste and set aside.
Place the marinated chicken on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The chicken should be golden brown with a slight charred look.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
Serve the chargrilled chicken warm, topped with a generous spoonful of cilantro salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2982 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 222.9 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3264 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
