Juicy Skillet Grilled Chicken with Warm Peach Salsa
A delicious and juicy skillet grilled chicken topped with a vibrant warm peach salsa, perfect for summer dinners.
Equipment
- 1 skillet preferably cast-iron
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lime juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Peach Salsa
- 2 ripe peaches diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix diced peaches, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Top the grilled chicken with peach salsa and serve immediately for best flavor.
Serving
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a light salad to complement the flavors.
Storage
- Place leftover chicken and salsa in separate airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Reheat chicken in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying. Serve with fresh salsa.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking. Rest chicken before slicing for juiciness.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute peaches with nectarines if desired.
How to Serve: Best served freshly cooked with sides of your choice.
Storage & Freshness: Keep salsa and chicken separate to maintain texture.
Make-Ahead Tips: Marinate chicken up to a day in advance.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute peaches with nectarines if desired.
How to Serve: Best served freshly cooked with sides of your choice.
Storage & Freshness: Keep salsa and chicken separate to maintain texture.
Make-Ahead Tips: Marinate chicken up to a day in advance.