Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a delightful and easy dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This vibrant recipe features juicy, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a refreshing combination of mango and pineapple salsa. In just 10 minutes, you can create a tropical feast that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. The sweet and tangy flavors will transport you to a sunny beach, making it an instant favorite for family and friends. Serve it alongside rice, grilled veggies, or in tacos for a versatile meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces Island Salsa (or mango-pineapple salsa)
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 cup diced mango
- 1/3 cup pineapple tidbits
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining it with salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper in a ziptop bag. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Prepare sliced bell peppers in a grill basket with olive oil and seasoning.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Grill the peppers alongside until tender.
- Serve the chicken topped with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple, and optional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg