Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to cook, making it ideal for busy weeknights or summer gatherings. The juicy chicken, marinated in a flavorful mango-pineapple salsa, is complemented by grilled bell peppers, offering a refreshing and healthy meal option. Perfectly suited for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this dish promises to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces mango-pineapple salsa (or your favorite)
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a ziptop bag, combine chicken, salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill: Lightly oil the grates and heat to medium-high.
- Prepare the peppers: Toss sliced bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill the chicken: Place on one side of the grill; add peppers on the other side. Grill chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve: Transfer chicken to a platter, top with additional salsa and diced mango/pineapple; garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg