Grilled Chicken with Peach and Apple Salsa
Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in olive oil, lime juice, and white wine, served with a vibrant peach and apple salsa infused with honey, cilantro, and warm spices. A light, summery main course perfect for warm evenings.
Servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ teaspoons dried basil
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
For the Peach and Apple Salsa:
- 2 large ripe but firm peaches
- 1 small Granny Smith apple peeled, cored, and chopped
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3½ tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, dry white wine, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, and dried basil. Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and turn them to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
Prepare the Salsa:
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Gently lower the peaches into the boiling water and blanch them for 30 seconds. Transfer the peaches immediately to a bowl of cold water using a slotted spoon to halt the cooking process. Once cooled, peel and coarsely chop the peaches, then transfer them to a large bowl. Add the chopped apple, cilantro, honey, lime juice, allspice, and cinnamon. Stir gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Grill the chicken breasts for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer. Transfer the cooked chicken to serving plates and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
Serve:
- Spoon the prepared peach and apple salsa over the grilled chicken. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and the salsa is chilled for a refreshing contrast in flavors.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free with one caveat—ensure that the Worcestershire sauce used is certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain gluten-containing ingredients. All other components are inherently gluten-free.