Description
Cilantro Honey Lime Chicken & Roasted Corn and Tomato Salad is a vibrant and zesty dish that perfectly embodies summer flavors. This quick and easy recipe features grilled chicken marinated in a delightful blend of cilantro, honey, and lime, paired with a refreshing salad of roasted corn and juicy cherry tomatoes. Ideal for warm-weather gatherings or busy weeknight dinners, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients like lean protein and fresh vegetables. Enjoy the explosion of flavors while keeping cleanup minimal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can sweet corn, drained
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by whisking together cilantro, honey, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Allow to rest before slicing.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the drained corn on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until lightly charred.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted corn, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss well to mix.
- Serve sliced chicken over the salad mixture with extra cilantro for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg