Description
Bold, bright, and refreshingly delicious, this Chicken Bites with Strawberry-Jalapeño Mint Salsa Bowl is everything you want in a quick summer dinner. The juicy, spiced chicken pairs perfectly with the sweet strawberries and zesty jalapeño mint salsa. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, a healthy lunch bowl, or new food ideas for warm weather meals, this flavorful dish is a must-try. Packed with protein, fresh herbs, and a little kick of heat, it’s ideal for anyone craving quick healthy recipes with a creative twist.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup cucumber, diced
1 jalapeño, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes. Toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. In a bowl, mix the diced strawberries, red onion, cucumber, jalapeño, mint, and lime juice. Set aside.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 3–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking.
5. Spoon chicken into a serving bowl. Top with strawberry-jalapeño mint salsa. Garnish with lime wedge and fresh mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra juicy texture, or breasts for leaner protein.
Adjust the jalapeño for more or less heat depending on your taste.
Salsa is best served fresh but can be prepped a few hours ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: Fusion / Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken bites, strawberry salsa, healthy dinner, fresh recipes, summer meal, quick dinner, gluten-free