Spice Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa
If you’re craving a vibrant and flavorful summer meal, this Spice Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa is exactly what you need. Juicy, tender chicken meets the sweet and tangy freshness of peach salsa for a perfect balance of spice and sweetness.
Servings 4
Calories 320kcal
Cost $12–$15
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the peach salsa
- 2 ripe peaches diced
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- ¼ red onion finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Rub olive oil over the chicken breasts, then coat evenly with the spice mix.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Make the peach salsa: While the chicken cooks, combine diced peaches, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently to combine.
- Serve: Slice the chicken breasts and top generously with peach salsa. Enjoy as is or with a side of rice, salad, or tortillas.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best salsa flavor.
- Let the chicken rest after grilling to keep it moist and tender.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne and jalapeño.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or broiler works great too.