Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

A light and refreshing strawberry and jalapeno salsa with cilantro-lime marinated grilled chicken is perfect for summer as a nice light dinner with a refreshing drink.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 205 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 lime, juiced
• 5 green onions, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 4 small chicken breasts
• 1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup club soda

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine cilantro, club soda, olive oil, honey, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a blender. Process marinade until smooth, about 30 seconds.

Step 2

Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and gently pound using a meat mallet to about 1/2-inch thickness. Place in a large bowl and pour marinade over chicken. Let sit for about 20 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 4

Toss tomatoes, strawberries, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chicken is ready to serve.

Step 5

Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Spoon salsa over grilled chicken.