Description
Honey Lime Chicken with Corn Salad is a vibrant summer dish that combines succulent grilled chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime blend with a refreshing corn salad. This delightful meal bursts with flavor and color, making it perfect for backyard barbecues or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F or 200°C).
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the corn salad: In a large bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve sliced chicken alongside the corn salad. Drizzle any leftover marinade over the dish for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For variety, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. Add diced avocado to the corn salad for creaminess. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.