Spicy Peach Pecan Salsa Chicken (Printable)
Juicy chicken with sweet, spicy peach pecan salsa makes a vibrant, summery main course for casual gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Preparation
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Peach & Pecan Salsa
07 - 2 ripe peaches, diced
08 - 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
09 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and minced
11 - 1/3 cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - juice of 1 lime
14 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
# How-to Steps:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, blend olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken breasts evenly with the mixture.
03 - Arrange seasoned chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced peaches, tomato, chopped red onion, jalapeño, toasted pecans, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and salt. Fold gently to mix.
05 - Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve with generous spoonfuls of peach and pecan salsa.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- Relies on ripe summer fruit to brighten up classic chicken
- Quick enough for busy weeknights yet festive for guests
- Gluten-free and easily adaptable for other diets
- Texture contrast with juicy chicken crisp pecans and zesty salsa
02 -
- Brimming with vitamin C antioxidants and healthy fats
- Packed with fiber from fruit pecans and onions
- Recipe is gluten-free perfect for sensitive eaters
03 -
- Toast pecans right before serving for maximum crunch and aroma
- Dice peaches just before assembling salsa to keep juiciness and color
- Resting the chicken is crucial for keeping it tender and moist