Grilled Chicken With Mango Salsa

Food

Grilled Chicken With Mango Salsa

admin

August 4, 2022

This easy Grilled Chicken With Mango Salsa is the tropical dish of your dreams. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky, citrusy spice blend, then seared on the grill and covered in sweet and spicy mango salsa for the perfect dinner!

Serve this over a bed of Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice and wash it down with a refreshing Paloma Cocktail.

A platter full of mango chicken on a marble kitchen countertop

Garlic Lime Grilled Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mango Salsa

Just thinking about this juicy mango grilled chicken makes my stomach rumble with desire. The foolproof seasoning blend infuses the chicken with tangy, smoky, garlicky goodness, then the mango salsa adds a burst of natural sweetness and a crave-worthy kick of heat. It’s the fresh and flavorful main course you need this summer.

Whether you serve it as-is or cut it up and stuff it into tacos, you’ll be piling up your plate with as many helpings as it can carry. Each mouthwatering bite contains a punch of protein from the meat and a boost of vitamins and minerals from the fresh produce in the salsa. No other grilled chicken could measure up!

A close-up shot of grilled mango chicken on a platter with fresh lime wedges

What You’ll Need

This recipe keeps it simple all around, starting with the ingredient lineup. The full amounts are included in the recipe card below this post.

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: If frozen chicken is your only option, just make sure you thaw it out before getting started.
Garlic Powder
Ground Cumin
Smoked Paprika
Ground Coriander: This citrusy spice is made with the seeds of the cilantro plant.
Sea Salt
Black Pepper: Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.
Olive Oil
Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed.
Mango Salsa

Fresh homemade salsa in a large bowl with a golden spoon inside

Four boneless, skinless breasts with sear marks on a serving platter with four fresh lime wedges

How to Make Grilled Chicken With Mango Salsa

Want to enjoy this mango chicken when grilling season is over? Simply use a grill pan to cook it over the stove.

Prepare Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 350-375°F.
Make Spice Rub: Add the garlic powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, sea salt, pepper, olive oil and lime juice to a small bowl. Mix until combined.
Prep Chicken: Place the chicken breasts into a large bowl and rub the spice blend onto both sides of each breast. Let the seasoned chicken sit for 5-10 minutes.
Grill: Place the chicken onto the clean grill grates and cook each side for 4-6 minutes, depending on their thickness. Remove the chicken once its internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let Rest & Serve: Let your chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve it with a heaping scoop of mango salsa!

A plate of garlic lime grilled chicken topped with spicy mango salsa

Tips for Success

If you’re anything like me, you’re probably already firing up the grill by now. Before you get cooking, review these helpful tips and tricks:

Pound It: If some of your chicken breasts are thicker than others, you’ll want to pound them down with a mallet to even things out. The same goes for individual breasts with thicker areas. This helps everything cook nice and evenly.
Use Tongs to Flip the Chicken: It’s always best to keep your hands away from the open flames of the grill. Using tongs to handle the chicken is a great way to do so.
Check the Internal Temperature: Grab that instant-read meat thermometer and insert it into the thickest part of each chicken breast to check for doneness. Once the internal temperature reaches 165°F, remove your chicken from the heat.
Let It Rest: Don’t forget to let your chicken rest after you season it, then again after you sear it on the grill. The initial resting time is important for flavor absorption, and the following resting time ensures that the meat stays nice and juicy.

Grilled boneless, skinless breasts with homemade salsa and fresh herbs on top

Serving Suggestions

Grilled chicken with mango salsa tastes amazing in quesadillas, over rice, on top of nachos, or just by itself! Here are some accompaniments that would round it out beautifully:

Pair With Avocado Crostini: A platter of Avocado Crostini is the perfect way to set the stage for this tropical entree. Made with crusty bread, juicy tomatoes and fresh basil, it comes together in 20 minutes or less.
Serve With Mexican Black Beans: You can’t go wrong with a smoky Mexican-style side dish like these Instant Pot Black Beans. You don’t even have to soak the beans before you cook them!
Pair With Mango Margaritas: I’m a firm believer that there’s no such thing as too much mango. Complete with a chili lime salt rim, these Frozen Mango Margaritas are the ultimate refresher.

Four grilled chicken breasts on a serving platter with mango salsa spooned over them

Storage and Reheating

Once your mango chicken has cooled completely, it should be refrigerated in a shallow airtight container and enjoyed within 3 days. The mangoes will start to soften as the dish sits, but the salsa will still taste incredible.

When you’re ready to enjoy your leftovers, wrap each breast in heavy-duty foil along with some salsa and bake the foil packets at 250°F. Once the chicken’s internal temperature returns to 165°F, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before digging in.

A serving platter filled with grilled mango chicken on a kitchen countertop

Can I Freeze This?

If you’d like to freeze your mango chicken, you’ll have to store the salsa separately. As the salsa thaws, the ingredients release some liquids, which will need to be drained. Stir in a splash of lime juice after draining the salsa and spoon it over the reheated chicken before serving.

To prevent freezer burn, it’s best to wrap each chicken breast in foil or plastic wrap before sealing them in an airtight storage bag and freezing them. The mango salsa should be stored in a shallow airtight container. The chicken will last for up to 4 months, but the salsa should be thawed and enjoyed within 2.