Friday Faves 7-8-16

It is hard to beat a quick meal that just screams summer! This easy meal consist of tasty grilled chicken covered with a fresh strawberry salsa. Grill this baby up and it will be a crowd favorite – guaranteed.

Ingredients:

For Strawberry Salsa:

  • 1 pound strawberries, diced (~2 cups)

  • 1/4 cup red or green onion, finely diced or sliced

  • 1 jalapeno, finely diced

  • 1 lime, juice and zest

  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

  • salt to taste

For Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 limes, juice and zest or 1/4 cup lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, grated

  • 1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional)

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

FOR THE STRAWBERRY SALSA:

  1. Mix everything and enjoy!

FOR THE CILANTRO LIME GRILLED CHICKEN:

  1. Marinate the chicken in the mixture of the lime juice and zest, oil, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, salt and pepper for 30 minutes to overnight.

  2. Grill the chicken over medium-high heat until cooked, about 3-5 minutes per side.

  3. Serve topped with the strawberry salsa.

Recipe from: Closet Cooking