Asian Mango Chicken
A delightful dish combining tender chicken with sweet and tangy mango in a savory sauce, ideal for quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 cup snow peas or snap peas
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Fresh cilantro or basil leaves (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning it with salt and pepper, then heating vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the mango sauce by blending the diced mango, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Cook the sliced bell pepper and snow peas in the same skillet for about 2-3 minutes until just tender.
- Combine everything by returning the chicken to the skillet and adding the mango sauce; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately garnished with chopped green onions and fresh herbs, with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly but not dry. Use ripe mango for the best flavor. Adjust spiciness with red pepper flakes or sriracha as desired.
Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/asian-mango-chicken/