Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and mouthwatering dish that brings the taste of the tropics right to your dinner table. In just 10 minutes, you can grill juicy chicken breasts marinated in a delightful mixture of sweet mango and tangy pineapple salsa, all enhanced by zesty lime juice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for summer cookouts, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for quick and flavorful meals. With minimal prep and a few fresh ingredients, you’ll impress your guests with this healthy option that’s packed with lean protein and tropical flair.
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)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a ziptop bag, combine chicken, salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Seal and shake to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the peppers: Toss sliced bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill the chicken: Place marinated chicken on one side of the grill and the peppers on the other. Cook chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Serve: Top grilled chicken with extra salsa, diced mango, pineapple, and cilantro as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg