Description
Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken and Mango Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances zesty flavors with juicy chicken. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken marinated in a bright lime and orange juice blend, paired with a colorful mango salsa that adds sweetness and crunch. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious taste and healthy ingredients. Enjoy it served over coconut rice, in tacos, or simply as a salad topping.
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
- 3/4 Cup Orange Juice
- 1/3 Cup Lime Juice
- 1/2 Cup Canola Oil
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Coriander
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 Cup Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Cucumber (peeled, seeded and diced)
- 1 Large Mango (peeled and diced)
- 1 Small Avocado (Diced)
- 1/2 Jalapeno (seeded and minced)
- 1/4 Cup Red Pepper (diced)
- 1/4 Cup Red Onion (diced)
- 1 1/2 Limes (juiced)
- 1 Tablespoon Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon White Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
- 1/3 Cup Cilantro (chopped)
- Coconut Rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together lime zest, orange juice, lime juice, canola oil, honey, cumin, chili powder, soy sauce, garlic, and chopped cilantro. Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: In another bowl, combine diced cucumber, mango, avocado, jalapeno, red pepper, red onion, lime juice, sugar, white vinegar, canola oil, and cilantro. Mix gently and set aside.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Serve: Top grilled chicken with mango salsa alongside coconut rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken breast (140g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor infusion, marinate the chicken overnight. Feel free to customize your salsa by adding different fruits like pineapple or peach. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more jalapeno.