Best 7 Chicken Breasts With Fruit Salsa Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Chicken Breasts with Fruit Salsa. This symphony of flavors combines the savory goodness of tender chicken breasts with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salsa. Each bite bursts with a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, leaving you craving more.

Our collection of recipes caters to diverse palates and dietary preferences. From the classic Grilled Chicken Breasts with Tropical Fruit Salsa, bursting with pineapple, mango, and red bell pepper, to the zesty Grilled Chicken Breasts with Avocado-Corn Salsa, featuring avocado, corn, and cilantro, there's a perfect match for every taste.

For those seeking a spicy kick, the Grilled Chicken Breasts with Mango-Habanero Salsa will ignite your senses with its fiery blend of habanero peppers, mango, and red onion. And for a unique twist, try the Grilled Chicken Breasts with Peach Salsa, where sweet peaches combine with red onion and jalapeño peppers for a delightful balance of flavors.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted with easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Whether you prefer the smoky char of grilled chicken or the convenience of pan-seared chicken breasts, our recipes have you covered.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill or heat your skillet, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN JERK CHICKEN WITH FRESH FRUIT SALSA



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Can't be in the tropics but you'll feel like you are when you're enjoying this salsa made with tropical fresh sweet mangoes, papaya, crisp red peppers and ginger mixed with aromatic spices and herbs topping the grilled jerk chicken that is well seasoned with the same mixture of herbs and spices.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Chicken

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 lbs chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lime, juice and zest of
2 1/2 ounces minced red onions
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated gingerroot
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley or 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon scotch bonnet pepper, minced (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb diced fresh papaya (two cups)
1 mango, peeled cored and diced
1/2 cup diced red pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the Spice Mixture in a mini food processor pulsing to a chunky mixture. Or finely chop all together.
  • Coat chicken with 1 1/2 tablespoons of mixture rubbing in and marinade for 1/2-1 hour in refrigerator.
  • Add the rest of the spice mixture to the salsa ingredients. Chill.
  • Heat grill to medium high.
  • Rub the chicken with the oil.
  • Place on hot grill and cook 4-5 minutes pre side till done. Depending on how thick the breasts are. May be pan fried or broiled as well.
  • Plate chicken and top generously with salsa.
  • Serve with rice or on a bed of salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.8, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 297.7, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 16.3, Protein 49

ISLAND CHICKEN WITH FRUIT SALSA



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A truly 'fruiticious' and spicy chicken dish, wonderful for summer deck parties or island dreaming in December! Grill for best results!

Provided by Terry Coonan

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (15 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits, drained with juice reserved
2 mangos - peeled, seeded and diced
2 green chile peppers, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice and pulp
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup dark rum
½ clove garlic, minced
8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the pineapple and the reserved juice from 1 can, mangos, peppers, cilantro, lime juice and pulp, orange juice, rum, and garlic. Let stand for one hour before adding chicken.
  • Strain the juice from the salsa to use for the marinade. Set aside enough salsa without the juice to use for topping the chicken. Marinate the chicken breast halves in the bowl with the remaining salsa and juice mixture for 2 to 6 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Discard salsa used for marinating, and bake chicken for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken juices run clear. Top with reserved salsa to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 25.2 g

BONELESS BREAST OF CHICKEN WITH MANGO SALSA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 pieces boneless chicken
Juice from 4 whole limes
4 garlic cloves, chopped
4 Tbs. Caribbean Love spice
1 Tbs. sea salt
1/2-cup light olive oil
3 whole mangos or an equal amount of sliced mango from a jar
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1 whole red onion, diced
half bunch cilantro, chopped
juice of 2 whole limes
1 Tbs. sea salt
1/4-cup sugar

Steps:

  • CHICKEN: Mix all ingredients except chicken in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for about two hours. Cook in preheated 375 degrees F oven for 45 minutes. Top with Mango Salsa Sauce.
  • MANGO SALSA: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir well. Let sit for half an hour before serving on top of chicken.

FIESTA CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TOMATO-AVOCADO SALSA



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Tomato-avocado salsa adds a delicious flavor to a hearty chicken dish - great for dinner. Perfect if you love Mexican cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeño chili
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 flour tortillas (8 inch), cut in half, then cut into 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • In medium glass or plastic bowl, gently mix all salsa ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, place chicken in shallow glass or plastic dish. In small bowl, mix 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup oil, the cumin and salt; pour over chicken. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • Place chicken, skin sides up, in pan. Pour marinade over chicken. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 20 to 30 minutes longer, brushing occasionally with marinade, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (170°F).
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook tortilla strips in oil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden brown. Serve chicken topped with salsa. Serve with tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MANDARIN ORANGE SALSA



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Chicken with a pepped up citrus salsa. Easy and quick to prepare as well as low fat and delicious! Recipe courtesy of Pillsbury.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can crushed unsweetened pineapple in juice, drained
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon seeded and chopped jalapeno pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Heat gas grill.
  • In medium bowl, combine all salsa ingredients and mix well.
  • Brush oil over both sides of chicken.
  • Mix together salt, pepper and cayenne and sprinkle over chicken.
  • Place chicken on grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is done, turning once.
  • Place on plates and serve salsa over chicken.

BAKED SALSA CHICKEN BREAST



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Make and share this Baked Salsa Chicken Breast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (mild, medium or HOT)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Place chicken breast in a 2 quart baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Combine the salsa, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard in a bowl; pour over chicken Bake at 400 for 30 minutes.
  • Serve with rice or buttered noodles.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FRUIT SALSA



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Jalapeno pepper gives a little kick to the fruit salsa. Preparing this tropical-tasting dish in a skillet keeps your kitchen cool, which is especially nice on a summer day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1/2 cup quartered fresh strawberries
1 kiwifruit, peeled, quartered and sliced
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Spread over one side of each chicken breast. , In a large skillet, saute chicken seasoned side down in butter for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken to serving platter; keep warm. , Meanwhile, for salsa, in a small bowl, combine the fruit, onion and pepper; set aside. Combine cornstarch and juice until smooth; gradually stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; pour over fruit mixture and gently toss to coat. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken breasts or grill them ahead of time.
  • For a more flavorful salsa, use a variety of fruits, such as mango, pineapple, and papaya.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken breasts in a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • To make the salsa ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  • Serve the chicken breasts with rice, beans, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

These chicken breasts with fruit salsa are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed all year round. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try!

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