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Grilled Mango Lime Chicken Recipe

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This Grilled Mango Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for summer. Marinated in a zesty blend of ripe mango, lime, and spices, the chicken is grilled to juicy perfection and brushed with a sweet and tangy reserved marinade for extra flavor. Ideal for a healthy, tropical-inspired meal served alongside fresh summer vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts

Marinade

  • 1 ripe mango
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Combine all marinade ingredients including the mango, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, coconut aminos, hot sauce, maple syrup or honey, salt, and black pepper into a blender. Blend on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Reserve Portion of Marinade: Pour out ¼ cup of the blended marinade into a glass container and place it in the refrigerator. This will be used later to brush the grilled chicken for added flavor.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a glass bowl and cover them completely with the remaining marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, and up to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to fully infuse the chicken.
  4. Preheat the Grill: Shortly before the chicken finishes marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure proper cooking temperature.
  5. Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them directly onto the hot grill. Grill each side for about 10 minutes, checking doneness as cooking time may vary depending on breast size. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  6. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a cutting board or serving platter. Let it rest for about five minutes to allow juices to redistribute resulting in a moist texture.
  7. Brush with Reserved Marinade and Serve: Take the reserved ¼ cup of marinade out of the fridge and brush it on both sides of the rested chicken breasts. Serve the grilled mango lime chicken with your favorite summer vegetables for a delicious, tropical meal.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours but no longer than 8 hours to avoid texture degradation.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through to 165°F for safety.
  • Maple syrup or honey both work well, choose according to your preference for sweetness.
  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of hot sauce slightly.
  • Leftover marinade reserved for brushing should not be used as a dipping sauce unless boiled first due to raw chicken exposure.

Keywords: Grilled chicken, mango lime chicken, summer recipe, tropical marinade, healthy chicken recipe, easy grilled chicken

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