Marinated Grilled Chicken with Watermelon Salsa
Elevate your summer grilling game with this Marinated Grilled Chicken with Watermelon Salsa—a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds! Tender, smoky chicken breasts are infused with bold flavors from a zesty marinade of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, then perfectly grilled for a juicy, caramelized finish. The real star of the dish, however, is the refreshing watermelon salsa: a vibrant mix of sweet watermelon, crunchy cucumber, spicy jalapeño, and tangy lime, balanced with a touch of honey. Quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress, this healthy and colorful recipe is ideal for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or al fresco dining. Serve it as a light main course paired with rice or salad, and let the summery flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups (diced) seedless watermelon
- 1 (small, diced) cucumber
- 0.5 (small, finely chopped) red onion
- 1 (small, finely diced) jalapeño
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (for salsa) lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon (for salsa) salt
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the watermelon salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced watermelon, cucumber, red onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, lime juice, honey, and salt. Stir gently to mix. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the grilled chicken topped with the chilled watermelon salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.7 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3487 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 221.2 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2741 mg | 58% | |
*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.
