Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Peach Salsa (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Peach Salsa
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3 medium yellow peaches, pitted and diced
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1 sweet red bell pepper, diced
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¼ cup red onion, diced
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3 green onions, finely chopped
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½ bunch cilantro, chopped
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
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¼ teaspoon chili powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ Cilantro-Lime Honey Chicken
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450g skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Rice
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2 cups cooked jasmine rice
→ Garnish
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 lime, sliced
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Thoroughly wash peaches to remove any debris. Dice them with the skin on. In a large mixing bowl, combine peaches, bell pepper, red onion, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder. Toss to combine. Season with salt and adjust lime juice and chili powder to taste.
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Generously season the sliced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder, ensuring even coverage.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken slices. Cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes to develop a proper sear.
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Flip chicken pieces and cook for 2 more minutes. Lower heat to low, add lime juice and honey. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is cooked through.
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Remove skillet from heat. Add butter and stir to coat the chicken pieces evenly. Incorporate chopped cilantro.
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Divide cooked jasmine rice among serving bowls. Top with peach salsa and cilantro-lime honey chicken. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and fresh lime slices.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Wash peaches thoroughly without peeling them; the skin adds texture and color to the salsa.
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For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before serving.
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This dish can be served with alternative bases such as cilantro-lime rice, wild rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for lower-carb options.