Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a tropical delight that combines the sweetness of mango and pineapple with savory grilled chicken, perfect for a summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, mango, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), and lime juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with extra diced pineapple and mango if desired.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add a few slices of red onion or bell peppers to the grill alongside the chicken.
- Substitute the chicken breasts with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Adjust grilling time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg