Grilled Chicken Peach Basil Salsa (Print)

Tender grilled chicken paired with fresh peach basil salsa for a sweet and savory summer meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Peach Basil Salsa

07 - 2 ripe peaches, diced
08 - ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
09 - ½ red bell pepper, diced
10 - ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
11 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
12 - Juice of 1 lime
13 - 1 teaspoon honey
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
02 - Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Brush both sides generously with olive oil, then season evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
03 - Place chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
04 - While the chicken cooks, combine diced peaches, red onion, bell pepper, fresh basil, jalapeño, lime juice, honey, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Gently fold ingredients together until well combined.
05 - Slice the rested chicken and arrange on serving plates. Top each breast with a generous portion of peach basil salsa and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Versatile enough for both weeknight dinners and special occasions
  • Makes excellent use of seasonal summer peaches
02 -
  • Choose peaches that yield slightly to gentle pressure for the perfect sweetness and texture in your salsa
  • For maximum flavor, let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together
  • If preparing ahead, keep the chicken and salsa separate until just before serving to maintain the best texture
  • For a charred flavor without a grill, use a cast-iron grill pan over high heat on your stovetop
  • Remember that the thickness of your chicken breasts will affect cooking time – adjust accordingly for larger or smaller pieces
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