Peach Salsa Chicken
This Peach Salsa Chicken is a sweet and savory summer dinner made with juicy baked chicken breasts topped with fresh peach salsa, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free chicken recipe is perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or warm-weather gatherings.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large ripe peaches diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeño finely diced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Seasoning Blend
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Pantry Staples
- Extra salt and pepper to taste
- Optional drizzle of honey if peaches aren’t very sweet
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Prepare Chicken
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Rub with olive oil.
- Mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and season both sides evenly.
- Bake
- Place chicken in prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make Peach Salsa
- While chicken bakes, combine diced peaches, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Stir gently and adjust salt or lime juice to taste.
- Rest & Serve
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.
- Top generously with fresh peach salsa just before serving.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Add salsa after baking to keep it fresh and vibrant.
- Use ripe but firm peaches to prevent mushiness.
- Always check chicken reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer.
- Store chicken and salsa separately for best texture.
- Great for tacos, bowls, or salads.