Description
Elevate your dinner with Chicken with Mango Salsa, a vibrant dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with the sweetness of ripe mangoes and zesty lime. This refreshing recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal. Its colorful presentation and explosion of flavors will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, minced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil and lime juice; pour over chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- While marinating, prepare the salsa by mixing diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high. Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing; top with generous spoonfuls of mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (200g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 147mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg