Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a tropical delight that brings the essence of summer to your dining table any day of the year. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant mango-pineapple salsa and grilled to perfection. The bright, fruity flavors combined with the smoky notes from the grill create an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for family gatherings, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. With its healthy ingredients and quick preparation, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table while transporting you to an island paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large ziptop bag, combine chicken breasts, salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Toss sliced yellow bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Grill peppers alongside until tender.
- Serve grilled chicken topped with additional salsa and diced mango and pineapple. Garnish with fresh cilantro before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg