Juicy Grilled Chicken Thighs with Fresh Peach and Cherry Salsa

Name: Juicy Grilled Chicken Thighs with Fresh Peach and Cherry Salsa
Total time: 4 hrs 25 mins
Ingredients: 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 orange, juiced; 1 lime, juiced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.25 teaspoon ground coriander; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1.5 cups peeled and diced fresh peaches; 1 cup pitted and diced red cherries; 0.33333334326744 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons seeded and minced jalapeno pepper; 2 tablespoons minced red onion; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed

Make the most of fresh, seasonal stone fruit with this vibrant peach and cherry salsa recipe! This salsa is delicious served over grilled chicken thighs, which are more moist and flavorful than chicken breasts. Don't forget, the marinade is also incredibly tasty!

Total time4 hrs 25 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time10 mins
Yield8

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Instructions

In a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag, mix together 1/4 cup oil, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Seal the bag and gently combine the ingredients. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade, then squeeze out any excess air and seal the bag tightly.
Refrigerate the bag, laying the chicken thighs in a single layer. Marinate for a minimum of 4 hours, flipping the bag every 2 hours to ensure even marination.
In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced peaches, pitted cherries, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, finely chopped red onion, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.
Preheat your outdoor grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Discard the used marinade. Grill the chicken on the preheated grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. A meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve immediately with the chilled peach and cherry salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 471 kcal
Fat Content: 26 g
Fiber Content: 5 g
Sugar Content: 19 g
Sodium Content: 254 mg
Protein Content: 36 g
Cholesterol Content: 183 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 28 g
Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g