Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is a delightful dish that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant tropical flavors. This recipe features juicy chicken marinated in a zesty mango-pineapple salsa and grilled to perfection. With just a few fresh ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also sure to impress at gatherings or cozy family dinners. The juicy chicken pairs beautifully with refreshing grilled peppers and a bright garnish of mango, pineapple, and cilantro, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
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 (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 your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Slice the yellow bell pepper and toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper before placing it in a grill basket.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through, while grilling peppers alongside.
- Serve the chicken topped with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple tidbits, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg