Honey Bbq Chicken With Zesty Corn Salad
This delicious dish features juicy honey BBQ chicken paired with a refreshing zesty corn salad. Perfect for a summer cookout or a casual weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs. Can substitute with thighs for a juicier option.
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce Use for basting during grilling.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for seasoning chicken.
- 2 cups corn Fresh or frozen.
- 1 piece red bell pepper Diced.
- ½ piece red onion Diced.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- ¼ cup cilantro Chopped.
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used in corn salad dressing.
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Brush the honey BBQ sauce onto both sides of the chicken.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Use remaining BBQ sauce for basting during the last few minutes of grilling.
- If using frozen corn, thaw and drain it.
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour this dressing over the corn salad and toss gently to combine.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the chicken and serve it alongside the zesty corn salad. Drizzle any additional honey BBQ sauce over the top if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in honey BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
This dish pairs well with tortillas or as a filling for wraps.
You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.