Description
Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken offers a burst of tropical flavors that will transport you straight to the beach! This quick and easy dish is perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a vibrant mix of mango-pineapple salsa, lime juice, and spices, then grilled to perfection alongside colorful bell peppers. Served with fresh mango and pineapple on top, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy and satisfying. With just 10 minutes of cooking time, it’s a fantastic option for busy nights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces Island Salsa (or your favorite mango-pineapple salsa)
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a ziptop bag with salsa, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grates.
- Toss sliced bell pepper in olive oil, salt, and pepper in a grill basket.
- Grill chicken on one side for 4-5 minutes; flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir peppers occasionally until tender.
- Serve grilled chicken topped with additional salsa, fresh mango, pineapple, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg