Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers with Summer Vegetable Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender grilled chicken marinated in honey and lime served alongside a vibrant salsa of summer vegetables for a light summer meal. This Mediterranean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs skinless boneless chicken breasts, honey, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes skinless boneless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2, minced garlic clove
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup, quartered cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb of 1-inch cubed skinless boneless chicken breasts to the marinade and toss to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by combining 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 1 medium diced cucumber, 1 small diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Toss gently and set aside.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled chicken skewers hot with a generous spoonful of the summer vegetable salsa on the side for a bright, healthy summer cookout dish.