Description
Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken and Mango Salsa is a vibrant dish that marries the zestiness of lime with the sweetness of fresh mango. This delightful recipe is perfect for summer barbecues, casual family dinners, or meal prep. The combination of juicy grilled chicken and refreshing mango salsa creates a harmonious blend of flavors that is both healthy and satisfying. Impress your guests with this colorful presentation and enjoy the burst of tropical flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- In a bowl, mix lime zest, orange juice, lime juice, canola oil, honey, cumin, chili powder, coriander, soy sauce, garlic, and cilantro. Add chicken breasts to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Combine diced cucumber, mango, avocado, jalapeno, red pepper, red onion, lime juice from one and a half limes, sugar, vinegar, canola oil, and cilantro in a separate bowl. Mix gently.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess) and grill for about 6 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let chicken rest before slicing. Top with mango salsa and serve with coconut rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor depth, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Feel free to substitute fruits in the salsa; pineapple or peaches make great alternatives. Adjust jalapeño amount based on your preferred spice level.