Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa is a fresh and wholesome summer meal.
Juicy chicken is topped with a zesty mango salsa, complete with vibrant tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and zingy lime juice.
Serve with a side of grilled veggies and coconut cilantro rice for a light summer meal that indulges your taste buds with sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
Use this easy recipe to entertain guests. Or keep all the goodness to yourself (we won’t judge).
Why KJ Loves
Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
I love how bright and flavorful this grilled chicken is! Plus, it couldn’t be easier – flavor packed and perfect for any weeknight meal or grill-out!
Ingredients for Chicken with Mango Salsa
- Chicken (boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- Paprika
- Chile Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Mango Salsa
How To Make Grilled Mango Chicken
1
Preheat your grill.
Set your grill to medium heat.
2
Prepare the chicken.
Evenly coat the chicken with the olive oil and mixture of seasonings.
3
Grill the chicken.
Grill on each side until cooked all the way through (165 degrees in the thickest spots). The exact time will depend on the cuts and thickness of your chicken.
4
Prepare the mango salsa.
Following this mango salsa recipe, make your salsa fresca while the chicken is grilling.
5
Serve!
Remove the chicken from the grill and serve with mango salsa over the top. Enjoy!
6
Wash the dishes. How sad.
Serving Ideas
Here’s an idea for an ideal summer dinner:
Grilled chicken with mango salsa, coconut cilantro rice, easy roasted asparagus, and a pitcher of pink lemonade sangria.
You could also serve this mango chicken over greens for a salad, in a rice bowl, or as chicken mango tacos.
This recipe is easy enough to make for a regular weeknight dinner but elevated enough to serve to guests!
Grilled Mango Chicken FAQ
How can I make this recipe spicy?
To add a little extra heat, you can dice up jalapeños and mix them in with the salsa.
What other ingredients could I add to the salsa?
If you want to add some more ingredients to the mango salsa, you can dice up some avocados or bell peppers.
How long should I cook chicken on the grill?
The length will vary depending on your grill and the cut of chicken. You’ll likely need around 5-8 minutes for each side. Make sure the internal temperature is at least 165 degrees in the thickest parts of the chicken.
Other Fresh Summer Dinners
- Healthy Honey Chipotle Salmon Bowls are satisfying and wholesome.
- Enjoy fresh Mediterranean flavors with Grilled Greek Chicken Kabobs, paired with a cucumber tzatziki sauce.
- With a bright citrus flavor and nice char, Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloins are a perfect summer meal.
- Try out another salsa fresca — Chipotle Salmon with Corn Salsa.
Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa is a fresh and wholesome summer meal.
Juicy chicken is topped with a zesty mango salsa, complete with vibrant tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and zingy lime juice.
Serve with a side of grilled veggies and coconut cilantro rice for a light summer meal that indulges your taste buds with sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
Use this easy recipe to entertain guests. Or keep all the goodness to yourself (we won’t judge).
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 batch mango salsa, prepared
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high heat. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic and salt. Evenly season all sides of the chicken breasts.
- Grill on high heat for 5-8 minutes per side and then reduce the grill heat to medium until an internal temperature of 165 is reached and the chicken is cooked through.
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and serving with the mango salsa spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Notes
- 6-8 chicken thighs could also be used for this recipe.
- Clean, oiled grill grates will help the chicken to not stick when grilling.
- Cooking time will vary depending on thickness of chicken used.
- Nutritional information for this recipe is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 432
- Sugar: 20.9g
- Fat: 12.4g
- Fiber: 18.1g
- Protein: 34.3g
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