Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the tropics to your dinner table. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe features juicy chicken marinated in a zesty blend of mango salsa and lime juice, perfectly complemented by sweet grilled peppers. Ideal for summer barbecues or quick weeknight meals, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with lean protein and fresh ingredients. Serve it alongside rice, grilled veggies, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.
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
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken, salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper in a ziptop bag. Seal and shake to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the peppers: Toss sliced bell pepper 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 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Transfer cooked chicken to a platter, top with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple tidbits, and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg