Chargrilled Chicken with Cilantro Salsa

Fire up your grill for a flavor-packed delight with this Chargrilled Chicken with Cilantro Salsa recipe! Juicy, perfectly marinated chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky blend of cumin, paprika, garlic, and olive oil, then charred to tender perfection over open flames. The real star of this dish, however, is the vibrant cilantro salsa—a zesty, herbaceous blend of fresh cilantro, parsley, lime juice, and a touch of honey, with a spicy kick from jalapeño and a hint of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines bold, smoky flavors with refreshing brightness for a healthy, crowd-pleasing dinner. Perfect for a summer barbecue or weeknight grilling, serve it over a bed of greens or alongside warm tortillas for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 3

Rub the marinade generously over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes to enhance the flavor.

Step 4

While the chicken marinates, prepare the cilantro salsa by combining cilantro leaves, parsley leaves, lime juice, jalapeño pepper, diced red onion, honey, and 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is slightly chunky but well-combined. Adjust salt to taste and set aside.

Step 5

Place the marinated chicken on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The chicken should be golden brown with a slight charred look.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.

Step 7

Serve the chargrilled chicken warm, topped with a generous spoonful of cilantro salsa. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1204.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2015.5

Total Fat 113.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2981.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 222.9g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 415.1mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 3263.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 44.3%

Carbs: 5.0%