Description
This Sweet & Smoky Mango Pineapple Chicken brings bold tropical flavor to your plate. With a sweet and tangy glaze made from fresh mango and pineapple, and a touch of smoky paprika, it’s the perfect dish to serve straight from the grill or oven. Garnish with herbs for a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup diced fresh mango
1 cup pineapple chunks (plus more for garnish)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp honey
Juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh cilantro or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Make the marinade: Blend mango, pineapple, garlic, paprika, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and olive oil until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour the marinade over chicken in a bag or dish. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill: Heat to medium-high and oil the grates.
- Grill the chicken: Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Make glaze: Simmer reserved marinade (not used on raw chicken) until thickened.
- Glaze and finish: Brush glaze on chicken during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Serve: Plate with pineapple chunks and herbs. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Marinate Time: 30 minutes to 4 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner