Grilled Spiced Pechuga Chicken with Citrus Herb Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-27 · Updated 2026-07-27

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Juicy grilled chicken breast marinated with warm spices, served alongside a zesty citrus herb salsa for a vibrant flavor contrast. This Latin American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs skinless chicken breast, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) skinless chicken breast
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 skinless chicken breasts and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely charred and juicy.
Step 3: While chicken grills, combine 1/3 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1 minced small jalapeño in a bowl. Stir well to create a bright citrus herb salsa.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve each breast topped generously with the citrus herb salsa.