Grilled Mango Lime Chicken (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken glazed with mango, lime, honey and spices; finished with cilantro and lime wedges.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
→ Marinade
02 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
03 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 tablespoons honey
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - In a blender or food processor, combine mango, lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Set aside 1/4 cup of the marinade mixture in a clean bowl for basting during grilling.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken, fully coating all pieces. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
04 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
05 - Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the used marinade. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with the reserved marinade, until fully cooked and juices run clear. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
06 - Transfer grilled chicken to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The mango marinade works magic, making even last-minute chicken taste like a day at the beach.
- Cleanup is a breeze and you get rave reviews without breaking a sweat.
02 -
- One time I rushed and skipped the resting step—bad idea, as all the juices flowed out and the chicken dried up fast.
- Saving a little marinade for basting mid-grill was the real game changer; it nudges the flavor from good to wow.
03 -
- If you happen to over-marinate, just rinse off excess and pat the chicken dry—still works beautifully.
- Thread leftover chicken onto skewers for next-day tacos, and broil quickly for crispy edges.