Description
A vibrant main course featuring marinated chicken paired with a tropical mango salsa. The sweet, zesty chicken balances perfectly with the fresh, slightly spicy salsa, making it ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed special occasion. Known for its global flavor harmony and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes (zest and juice)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups ripe mango, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime for salsa
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, lime zest, minced garlic, and spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper)
Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours
Grill, pan-sear, or bake chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until no longer pink
Meanwhile, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and additional lime juice in a separate bowl to make the salsa
Top cooked chicken with mango salsa and serve immediately
Notes
For best results, refrigerate the chicken marinade on low heat if grilling
Salsa can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for 15 minutes to enhance flavors
Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired spiciness
Chicken can be cooked in a skillet (medium-high heat) if oven access is limited
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling / Pan-searing / Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg