Description
Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of summer to your dining table. This recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime mixture, perfectly paired with a refreshing mango salsa that adds a tropical flair. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or lively summer cookouts, this meal is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing, making it a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice and zest, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let sit for 10–15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Plate the sliced chicken and top generously with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg