Honey Lime Chicken Mango Salsa
This honey lime chicken with mango salsa bursts with tropical flavor—juicy chicken glazed in honey and lime, topped with vibrant mango salsa. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or Grill for cooking chicken
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts or thighs boneless, skinless
- 3 tbsp honey pure
- 2 tbsp lime juice plus zest from 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 mango ripe, diced
- 0.5 red bell pepper diced
- 0.25 red onion finely chopped
- 0.25 cup cilantro fresh, chopped (or parsley as substitute)
- 1 jalapeño optional, finely minced for heat
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
For the Chicken
- Whisk honey, lime juice and zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes for best flavor.1.5 lb chicken breasts or thighs, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tsp salt, 0.25 tsp black pepper
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until the juices run clear and it's nicely charred.1.5 lb chicken breasts or thighs
For the Mango Salsa
- Combine mango, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using) in a bowl. Add a little lime juice, salt, and stir to blend.1 mango, 0.5 red bell pepper, 0.25 red onion, 0.25 cup cilantro, 1 jalapeño, 1 tbsp lime juice
- Slice the chicken and spoon that fresh mango salsa right on top. Enjoy every bite!1.5 lb chicken breasts or thighs
Notes
Leftover chicken and salsa should be stored separately in airtight containers, refrigerated for up to 3 days. Chicken reheats best gently in a skillet; salsa is best fresh but can be kept for a day.