Quick Mango Salsa Chicken
If you need a bright, crowd-pleasing dinner for warm-weather cooking, this Quick Mango Salsa Chicken for Summer BBQs is a great place to start. Juicy chicken, sweet mango salsa, and a little smoky char make every bite feel fresh and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs
- 1 large mango diced
- 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced, optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry, then rub it with olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it sit while you make the salsa so the flavors can start to soak in.
- In a bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño if using. Stir gently so the mango stays chunky and fresh.
- Grill the chicken over medium heat, or cook it in a grill pan, until it is browned on the outside and cooked through. The exact time will depend on the thickness of the pieces.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Spoon the mango salsa over the top and serve right away while everything is bright and juicy.
Notes
Store leftover chicken and salsa separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The chicken will keep well for up to 3 days, while the salsa is best within 2 days for the freshest texture.
Reheat the chicken gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Add the salsa after reheating so it stays bright and fresh.