Description
This Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa recipe is a delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken paired with a fresh and flavorful mango salsa. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal, this dish is bursting with tropical flavors that will transport you to the Caribbean with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Mango Salsa:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Make the Mango Salsa: While the chicken cooks, combine diced mangoes, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Toss gently and season to taste with salt. Let the salsa sit for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve topped with fresh mango salsa.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or fish.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or over salad greens for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
