Description
Succulent Grilled Mango Chicken invites tropical flavors to dance on your plate, blending sweet and savory notes. Summer nights become deliciously memorable when you grill this zesty, tangy dish that promises a culinary escape to paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (0.45 kilograms or 1 pound)
Fresh Produce and Seasonings:
- 3 ripe mangoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 1 jalapeño
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 4 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Cooking Liquids and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Pulverize ripe mango, zesty lime juice, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, golden honey, umami-rich soy sauce, and fragrant cilantro into a smooth, vibrant marinade.
- Submerge chicken breasts in the tropical marinade, allowing flavors to infuse for a minimum of half an hour in the refrigerator.
- Heat outdoor grill to 400°F, creating an even, medium-high temperature zone for consistent cooking.
- Transfer marinated chicken onto preheated grill grates, positioning pieces to avoid direct flame contact.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on initial side, achieving beautiful golden-brown grill marks and caramelized edges.
- Flip chicken carefully, grilling additional 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
- Remove from grill and let protein rest for 3-4 minutes to redistribute internal moisture.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and squeeze bright lime wedges over the top for a final burst of citrusy brightness.
Notes
- Ensure mangoes are ripe and sweet for the most flavorful marinade, selecting fruits that yield slightly when gently pressed.
- Marinate chicken for maximum 2 hours to prevent the acid from breaking down protein fibers and making meat mushy.
- Pat chicken dry before grilling to achieve beautiful caramelized grill marks and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- For gluten-free option, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the rich umami flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg