Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken is your ticket to a tropical escape right in your backyard. This vibrant dish features succulent chicken marinated in a zesty blend of mango salsa, lime juice, and olive oil, perfectly complemented by the sweetness of grilled pineapple and bell peppers. Ideal for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. Impress your guests with this delightful combination of juicy chicken and fresh tropical fruits that capture the essence of sunny days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds 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 for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing it with salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper in a ziptop bag. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Toss sliced bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill marinated chicken on one side while adding the bell peppers to the other side.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve topped with additional salsa, diced mango, pineapple, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg