Grilled Mango Chicken Chili Lime (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken with sweet mango marinade and zesty chili lime finish
# List of ingredients:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
02 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted and diced
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
05 - 2 teaspoons honey
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Chili Lime Drizzle
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - Pinch of salt
→ Garnish
17 - Additional fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Lime wedges
# Steps:
01 - Combine diced mango, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 teaspoons honey, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a blender. Process until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass dish. Pour the mango marinade over the chicken, turning to coat all sides evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, red pepper flakes, chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until honey dissolves completely. Set aside at room temperature.
04 - Heat grill to medium-high temperature, approximately 400°F. Clean grates and lightly oil to prevent sticking.
05 - Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard used marinade. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear when pierced.
06 - Transfer grilled chicken to a serving platter. Spoon chili lime drizzle generously over each piece. Sprinkle with additional fresh cilantro and arrange lime wedges alongside. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The mango marinade keeps the chicken incredibly moist while infusing it with subtle sweetness that balances the heat
- That chili lime drizzle takes two minutes to make but transforms simple grilled chicken into something restaurant-worthy
02 -
- Dont marinate longer than 2 hours or the enzymes in the mango can make the texture weird
- Let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute
03 -
- Make extra drizzle, people will want seconds
- Room temperature chicken grills more evenly