Apple salsa with chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a healthy and refreshing option that's perfect for summer gatherings. With its sweet and tangy flavor, apple salsa with chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BLACK BEANS AND RICE WITH CHICKEN AND APPLE SALSA
Canned beans get an upgrade thanks to garlic and spices.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Bean Chicken Fruit Poultry Rice Low Fat Quick & Easy Low Sodium Dinner Lunch Apple Legume Healthy Low Cholesterol Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine apple, 1/4 cup cilantro, 2 tablespoons onion, and 1 teaspoon lime juice in a small bowl; toss to coat. Set apple salsa aside.
- Combine remaining onion, bell pepper, and oil in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until completely softened, 6-7 minutes. Add garlic and next 3 ingredients; stir constantly for 2 minutes. Stir in broth and beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer briskly, mashing some of the beans with the back of a spoon and stirring often, until sauce is thickened, 8-10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and more lime juice, if desired.
- Divide rice and beans among plates. Top with some chicken and apple salsa. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and lime wedges.
FRESH APPLE SALSA
Provided by Christine Muhlke
Categories easy, quick, condiments, side dish
Time 5m
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pour the lime juice into a medium bowl. Finely dice the apples and toss with the onion in the juice. Add the cilantro, peppers, ginger and sugar and toss until well combined. Season with salt to taste. For more heat, add some of the reserved jalapeño seeds. Just before serving, add the walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 118, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
APPLE SALSA WITH CINNAMON CHIPS
Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus, it's sweet enough to be a dessert. It's easy to transport besides. -Carolyn Brinkmeyer, Golden, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 4 cups salsa.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine apples, strawberries and kiwi. Grate orange peel to measure 1-1/2 teaspoons; squeeze juice from orange. Add peel and juice to apple mixture. Stir in brown sugar and jelly. , For chips, brush tortillas lightly with water. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over tortillas. Cut each tortilla into eight wedges. Place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 400° for 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
APPLE SALSA WITH CHICKEN
This goes great with baked potatoes on the BBQ and a tossed salad, nice light dinner. You can also do the chicken in the oven, for a good summer meal in the winter.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Sauces
Time 32m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- To prepare salsa: In medium bowl, combine apples, chile pepper, onion, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste; cover and set aside while preparing chicken.
- (If making several hours or day ahead, refrigerate salsa.).
- To prepare chicken: In large bowl, combine white wine, apple juice, lime zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Add chicken and turn to coat with mixture; cover and refrigerate 30 to 40 minutes.
- Heat grill.
- Drain and discard chicken marinade.
- Grill chicken until cooked through; serve with apple salsa.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH PEACH AND APPLE SALSA
Provided by Shelley S. Stewart
Categories Chicken Fruit Poultry Marinate Dinner Apple Peach Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Bon Appétit Washington, D.C. Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix first 5 ingredients in large bowl. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plates. Serve with salsa.
APPLE SALSA
Make and share this Apple Salsa recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Anna T
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For chips, preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Spritz or brush a small amount of water onto the tortilla. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Cut into 8 wedges. Place on baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly brown. Cool and store in air tight container.
- Coarsely chop the apples (core but keep the skins on). Add the remaining ingredients.
- This can store in the fridge for several days.
Tips:
- Choose ripe apples: For the best flavor, use ripe apples that are slightly firm to the touch. Avoid apples that are bruised or have brown spots.
- Use a variety of apples: For a more complex flavor, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji.
- Chop the apples evenly: Chop the apples into small, even pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the apples: Overcooked apples will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook the apples until they are just softened.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro and mint, will add a bright, flavorful note to the salsa.
- Season to taste: Taste the salsa and season it with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
- Serve immediately: Apple salsa is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Apple salsa is a delicious and refreshing condiment that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are serving it with chicken, fish, or chips, apple salsa is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy apples, give apple salsa a try!
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