Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeno Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeno Salsa
45 min.
4
291kcal

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Looking for a delicious and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any meal? Look no further than this Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeno Salsa! This vibrant recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also brings a delightful combination of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine juicy, tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of chili powder, garlic, and fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection. The real star of the show, however, is the watermelon-jalapeno salsa. This unique topping combines the sweetness of ripe watermelon with the spicy kick of jalapeno, creating a perfect balance that complements the savory chicken beautifully.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four, this dish is ideal for a quick lunch, a satisfying dinner, or even a weekend barbecue with friends. With only 291 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! So fire up your grill and get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering meal that’s sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoon olive oil extravirgin
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons jalapeno seeded finely chopped ( 1 small)
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • cup mangos ripe cubed peeled ()
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion red finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • cups watermelon cubed seeded ()

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag.
  2. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator up to 4 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  3. Prepare grill.
  4. Place chicken on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  5. Combine watermelon and remaining ingredients.
  6. Serve watermelon mixture with chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein51.6%
Fat26.13%
Carbs22.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
81.88
Glycemic Load
7.79
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.251304331033%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.71mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.46mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.97kcal
14.55%
Fat:8.44g
12.98%
Saturated Fat:1.55g
9.68%
Carbohydrates:16.19g
5.4%
Net Carbohydrates:14.03g
5.1%
Sugar:11.78g
13.09%
Cholesterol:108.86mg
36.29%
Sodium:644.9mg
28.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.5g
75%
Vitamin B3:18.42mg
92.08%
Selenium:55.57µg
79.39%
Vitamin B6:1.46mg
72.78%
Vitamin C:34.79mg
42.17%
Phosphorus:385.47mg
38.55%
Vitamin B5:2.74mg
27.44%
Potassium:863.77mg
24.68%
Vitamin A:1200.69IU
24.01%
Magnesium:64.49mg
16.12%
Vitamin K:14.68µg
13.98%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.27%
Vitamin E:1.95mg
13.02%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.21%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.97%
Iron:1.78mg
9.9%
Fiber:2.16g
8.63%
Folate:34.45µg
8.61%
Zinc:1.23mg
8.21%
Copper:0.16mg
7.79%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Calcium:51.71mg
5.17%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes