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Grilled Mango Lime Chicken

Grilled Mango Lime Chicken with a Sweet Spicy Twist

This Grilled Mango Lime Chicken, marinated in a fruity concoction, is a must-try for summer cookouts and guaranteed to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: BBQ, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Use boneless and skinless for easier grilling.
  • 1 cup Mango (cubed) Use frozen mango if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Use fresh limes for the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Soy sauce can be used as a vegetarian alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar White sugar or honey can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste or use a milder sauce for less heat.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Shallots can be a unique substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt can be substituted, but adjust the amount.
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if not a fan or use parsley instead.
  • 2 whole Lime (halved for grilling)

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Grill
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grilled Mango Lime Chicken
  1. In a blender, combine the cubed mango, lime juice, fish sauce, canola oil, brown sugar, Sriracha, minced garlic, and kosher salt. Blend until smooth.
  2. Take the chicken thighs and place them in a large resealable Ziploc bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring every piece is well-coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F) about 15 minutes before grilling.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Grill the chicken thighs for about 10 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. While the chicken is grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan, add 1/4 cup water, and simmer for at least 5 minutes.
  6. About 5 minutes before the chicken is done, grill the lime halves cut side down until caramelized, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  7. Plate the grilled chicken, drizzle with the simmered mango sauce, garnish with grilled lime halves and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Maximize flavor by ensuring chicken is fully coated in marinade. Always use an instant-read thermometer to ensure doneness. Simmer reserved marinade before serving.

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