Grilled Mango Salsa Chicken (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken breasts enhanced by fresh, vibrant mango salsa with zesty and tropical notes.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Mango Salsa

09 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
10 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
11 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

# Directions:

01 - Whisk olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Ensure all sides are coated and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix thoroughly and chill until serving.
04 - Heat grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
05 - Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
06 - Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes, then spoon mango salsa over each breast. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sweet heat combo hits every craving at once without being overwhelming
  • Marinating the chicken ahead makes grilling feel like cheating because it comes out tender every single time
02 -
  • Do not marinate the chicken longer than 2 hours or the lime juice will break down the texture too much and make the meat mushy
  • Letting the chicken rest after grilling is non-negotiable because cutting into it immediately releases all the juices and leaves you with dry meat
03 -
  • Look for mangoes with a golden-yellow blush rather than green, which indicates ripeness and maximum sweetness
  • If your grill has hot spots, rotate the chicken 90 degrees halfway through cooking each side for those professional cross-hatch marks
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