Cilantro Lime Chicken with Peach Salsa
Fresh peaches, juicy cilantro lime chicken, and fluffy rice come together for a bowl that's full of bright summer flavor. This Cilantro Lime Chicken with Peach Salsa is an easy weeknight dinner that's colorful, high in protein, and the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and zesty.
Servings 4
Calories 362kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, cubed
- 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- juice of 1/2 lime
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- Served with your choice of rice
For the peach salsa
- 2-3 large peaches, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno chopped & seeds removed
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Add all the chicken seasoning and 1 tbsp of avocado oil in a medium bowl and mix well.
- Preheat a large pan to medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp of avocado oil.
- Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is cooking, chop up all the salsa ingredients and add to a medium-sized bowl.
- Add the juice of 1/2 lime and season with a sprinkle of salt. Mix everything together and taste. Add more lime juice or salt as needed.
- Once the chicken is cooked, turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of half a lime over it. Then top with the freshly chopped cilantro and mix.
- Serve the cilantro lime chicken over rice with the peach salsa and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 2g