Description
Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa is the ultimate dish for those who crave a burst of vibrant flavors. This quick and healthy recipe features tender chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime mixture, grilled to perfection and topped with a refreshing mango salsa. Ideal for summer cookouts or busy weeknight dinners, this dish is gluten-free and pairs beautifully with rice, salads, or tortillas. Impress your family or guests with this delightful meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
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
- Marinate the chicken: Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the mango salsa: Combine diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Grill or pan-sear until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let it rest before slicing.
- Serve: Plate the sliced chicken and top with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg