Description
Juicy honey lime chicken topped with fresh mango salsa for a vibrant tropical chicken dinner.
Ingredients
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons honey
Juice and zest of 2 limes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large ripe mango diced
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
1 small jalapeño seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Whisk honey, lime juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
3. Prepare mango salsa by combining mango, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Grill, pan-sear, or bake chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. Rest chicken, slice, top with mango salsa, and serve.
Notes
Marinate up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
Store chicken and salsa separately for best freshness.
Serve with rice, quinoa, salad, or tortillas.