Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this dish features juicy chicken marinated in a delicious blend of mango pineapple salsa and zesty lime juice. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy families looking to enjoy healthy and satisfying meals. The combination of sweet and savory flavors dazzles with every bite, making it a must-try recipe for food lovers and grill enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces mango-pineapple salsa
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large yellow bell pepper (sliced into 1/2-inch wide strips)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnishing)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a ziptop bag, combine chicken, salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the grill: Preheat to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the chicken: Place marinated chicken on one side of the grill, discard leftover marinade, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Grill the peppers: Toss sliced bell peppers with olive oil and seasoning in a grill basket; cook alongside chicken until tender.
- Serve: Top grilled chicken with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg