Description
Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa is a vibrant, sweet-and-savory dish featuring juicy grilled chicken marinated in honey and lime, topped with fresh mango salsa. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining!
Ingredients
For the Honey Lime Chicken:
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2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small)
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2 tablespoons honey
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Juice and zest of 2 limes
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Mango Salsa:
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1 large ripe mango, diced
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional for Serving:
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Cooked rice, quinoa, salad greens, or tortillas
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Lime wedges
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
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In a small bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Place chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over the chicken and coat well.
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Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours in the fridge.
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Make the Mango Salsa:
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In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro.
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Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
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Stir well and let sit 10-15 minutes for flavors to meld.
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Cook the Chicken:
Grilling:
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Preheat grill to medium-high.
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Grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Pan-Searing:
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
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Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through. Rest before slicing.
Baking:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place chicken in baking dish and bake 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
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Assemble and Serve:
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Slice chicken. Serve over rice, quinoa, salad, or tortillas.
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Top generously with mango salsa and lime wedges. Enjoy!
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Notes
Marinate longer for even deeper flavor!
Swap chicken thighs for juicy results.
Make extra mango salsa—it’s delicious with chips or fish.
Adjust jalapeño for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (active time; longer if marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing, or Baking
- Cuisine: American , Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg