Mango Chicken and Rice
A delightful combination of juicy chicken thighs and vibrant mangoes, creating a tropical getaway right on your plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Thighs
- 2 Fresh Mango, diced
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 cups Rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, honey, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bag or dish, coat with marinade, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Rice: Rinse and cook rice according to package instructions, optionally using chicken broth.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet and add marinated chicken, searing for 5–7 minutes per side.
- Add the Mango: Once cooked, reduce heat and fold in diced mango until warmed through.
- Serve: Serve over rice, drizzling the pan juices on top.
Notes
For a grilled version, marinate and grill the chicken thighs for a smoky flavor. Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Mango Chicken, Tropical Recipe, Chicken Dinner, Easy Recipe, Summer Dish