Pico de Gallo Chicken
Pico de gallo chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy, marinated chicken with a fresh pico de gallo salsa. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, delivering a burst of taste with every bite. The combination of ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro creates a flavor fiesta that will have your guests raving. Whether grilled or baked, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Pico de Gallo: Mix diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl. Set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Plate: Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Top with pico de gallo and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with pico de gallo (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding diced jalapeños to your pico de gallo. Leftover pico de gallo can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days.