SPICED CHICKEN WITH MELON SALSA

Spiced Chicken with Melon Salsa image

Both sweet and spicy, this summery entree from Roxanne Chan of Albany, California can be grilled or broiled. "It's nutritious and delicious, " says Roxanne. "To speed up preparation, I buy a container of mixed melon pieces at the supermarket."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
SALSA:
1/3 cup each diced cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon
2 tablespoons diced celery
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint
2 teaspoons chopped crystallized ginger
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the salt, ginger, nutmeg and pepper flakes; rub over chicken. , Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 6 in. from the heat for 6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges