Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa
Discover the perfect Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa recipe! Easy 30-minute meal with tropical flavors. Includes pro tips & variations.
Ingredients
For the Honey Lime Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Mango Salsa:
- 2 cups ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a glass dish or zip-lock bag. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Make the mango salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and set aside to let flavors meld.
- Preheat cooking surface: Heat grill to medium-high heat, or preheat oven to 425°F, or heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and cook using your preferred method:Grilling: 6-7 minutes per sideBaking: 20-25 minutesPan-searing: 6-8 minutes per side
- Check for doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest the chicken: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve: Slice chicken if desired and serve topped with fresh mango salsa. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro.