CHICKEN BREAST WITH SALSA

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Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Chicken     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Lemon     Avocado     Healthy     Cilantro     Parade

Yield Servings: Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 skinless and boneless chicken breast halves (about 4 oz. each)
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp minced garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salsa, for serving (see recipe)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Place chicken in a bowl and toss well with the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes, turning once.
  • 2. Remove the chicken from the marinade, then grill or broil 4 inches from the heat source, basting with marinade until slightly golden and cooked through, 3 or 4 minutes a side. Let chicken rest for 3 minutes.
  • 3. Slice each breast into 1/2-inch slices on the diagonal and reform on two dinner plates; top with the salsa. Sprinkle with the tablespoon of cilantro. Serve immediately.
  • Salsa:
  • Toss 1 diced avocado in a bowl with 1 tablespoon lime juice. Fold in 1 diced tomato and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro. Season to taste.

Basem Magdy
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This chicken breast with salsa recipe is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and flavorful.


Nallely B
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it for this recipe during the week.


Safayat hosen Joy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Abdella Aman
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used a mild salsa.


Ezekiel Arthur
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect topping. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ruhul On Fire
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I used a mild salsa and it was just the right amount of heat for my taste. I served it with rice and black beans and it was a delicious meal.


asim wazir
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect topping.


A Hendrix
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This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I usually serve it with rice and beans, but it would also be good with pasta or potatoes.


Melissa Kettler
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of salsa, chicken, and even vegetables. It's always delicious.


Faisal Maybe
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it for this recipe during the week.


Renee Stout
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


ROFHIWA MUTHIVHI
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used a spicier salsa.


chichirose2011
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa is the perfect topping. I highly recommend this recipe.


Chidokwe Felix
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I used a medium salsa and it was just the right amount of heat. I served it with rice and black beans and it was a delicious meal.


Abbas Dogar
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I'm not a big fan of salsa, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and the salsa was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Felicity Marriott
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


MH Pranto
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfect. I usually use a store-bought salsa, but I've also made my own and it's just as good.


Muddasir Khan
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This chicken breast with salsa recipe was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the salsa was flavorful and tangy. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a delicious and easy weeknight meal.