Grilled Lemon Chicken with Black Bean, Corn, and Tomato Salad is a delicious and nutritious dish perfect for a summer barbecue or a light dinner. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Lemon Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Black Bean, Corn, and Tomato Salad:
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, combine the juice of 1 lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
2. Prepare the Grill:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
3. Grill the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- While grilling, you can also slice the remaining lemon in half and grill it alongside the chicken for a smoky flavor.
4. Make the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans, corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the remaining lemon, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Serve:
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the grilled lemon halves and serve them alongside the chicken.
- Serve the grilled lemon chicken with the black bean, corn, and tomato salad on the side.
6. Enjoy!
- Serve this delicious dish with some crusty bread or rice for a complete meal. Enjoy your grilled lemon chicken with black bean, corn, and tomato salad!
