Grilled Honey Lime Chicken with Watermelon Salsa
Grilled Honey Lime Chicken with Watermelon Salsa is the ultimate summer dish that combines juicy chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime blend, topped with a refreshing watermelon salsa. This vibrant dish is perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, or meal prep for the week. The zesty marinade infuses the chicken with flavor while the watermelon salsa adds a burst of fresh sweetness that beautifully balances the savory notes. Easy to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups diced watermelon
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, cumin, grated garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a resealable freezer bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and massage it to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Preheat your grill to 400°F (204°C) and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160–165°F (71–74°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While grilling, mix together diced watermelon, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl for the salsa. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve grilled chicken slices topped with watermelon salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of grilled chicken (about 6 ounces) with approx. 1/2 cup salsa
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg