Description
Mexican-inspired cilantro-lime chicken bowls dance with zesty peach salsa, creating a fresh summer meal. Juicy chicken, tangy marinade, and sweet salsa combine for you to enjoy a delightful culinary escape.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps honey
- 2 tbsps freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 medium yellow peaches, pitted and diced
- 1 sweet red bell pepper, diced
- ½ bunch cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsps freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cups cooked Jasmine rice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, sliced
Instructions
- Peach Salsa Preparation: Dice peaches into uniform cubes and finely chop red bell pepper, red onion, green onions, and cilantro. Combine in a mixing bowl with lime juice, chili powder, and salt, gently tossing to blend flavors. Let the mixture rest to intensify taste profiles.
- Chicken Seasoning: Pat chicken dry and slice into thin strips. Coat thoroughly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder, ensuring even coverage.
- Searing Technique: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place seasoned chicken strips, creating a golden-brown crust by allowing 3-4 minutes of undisturbed cooking.
- Flavor Infusion: Reduce heat to medium-low, flip chicken, and introduce lime juice and honey. Stir frequently, basting chicken until fully cooked and reaching 165°F (74°C) internal temperature.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from heat, incorporate unsalted butter for a glossy finish. Fluff jasmine rice and plate by layering rice, peach salsa, and chicken strips.
- Presentation: Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges, creating a vibrant, aromatic dish that balances citrusy, sweet, and savory notes.
Notes
- Peach Precision: Dice peaches uniformly to ensure consistent texture and prevent mushy salsa.
- Searing Secrets: Let chicken sit undisturbed during initial cooking to develop a golden-brown crust that locks in flavor.
- Temperature Triumph: Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and juicy results.
- Flavor Fusion: Allow salsa to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to let ingredients meld and intensify taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 493
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg