Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken brings the essence of tropical paradise to your dinner table with its juicy grilled chicken paired with vibrant mango and pineapple salsa. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, ready in just 10 minutes on the grill. The delightful combination of sweet fruit and savory chicken creates a mouthwatering meal that’s not only satisfying but also healthy. Serve it with a side of rice or grilled vegetables for a complete and refreshing culinary experience. Get ready to impress your guests or family with this flavorful recipe that transports you straight to an island getaway!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ 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
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining it with salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper in a ziptop bag. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Prepare sliced bell peppers by tossing them in olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 4–5 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, grill the peppers until they’re tender.
- Serve the grilled chicken topped with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple, and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg