Peanut Ginger Chicken With Fresh Fruit Salsa Recipe

Fire up the grill for this summer-perfect Peanut Ginger Chicken with a vibrant Nectarine & Pear Salsa! Marinated for 24 hours in a savory peanut sauce, then grilled to juicy perfection, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. The sweet and spicy salsa adds a delightful contrast, making it a BBQ showstopper. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 632.4 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peanut Ginger Chicken With Fresh Fruit Salsa

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How to Make Peanut Ginger Chicken With Fresh Fruit Salsa

  1. Rinse 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup chili sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes until smooth.
  4. Pour marinade over chicken in the bag, seal, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, turning occasionally.
  5. For the salsa, combine 1 ripe nectarine (diced), 1 ripe pear (diced), 1/2 cucumber (diced), 2 green onions (finely chopped), 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar in a medium bowl.
  6. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours.
  7. Prepare grill for medium-high heat.
  8. Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
  9. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 50-60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), turning occasionally.
  10. Serve chicken over a generous spoonful of the fresh fruit salsa.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

163 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

56g

Carbs

3g