Grilled Chicken with Mango Habanero Glaze
Elevate your backyard barbecue with this Grilled Chicken with Mango Habanero Glaze, a tantalizing combination of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Perfectly grilled chicken breasts are coated in a luscious glaze made from ripe mangoes, fiery habanero pepper, honey, and a hint of zesty lime juice. This tropical-inspired dish balances heat and sweetness, with bold notes of cumin, garlic, and soy sauce adding depth. The glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating a sticky, flavor-packed crust that’s irresistible. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with extra glaze, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and is sure to be a summer favorite. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, it’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal that pairs well with grilled veggies or a crisp green salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 large ripe mangoes
- 1 small habanero pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Peel, pit, and dice the mangoes. Place the mango pieces in a blender or food processor.
Add the habanero pepper (stem removed), honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, ground cumin, peeled garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender with the mangoes.
Blend the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels if needed. Set the glaze aside.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and rub lightly with olive oil. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Brush the chicken with the mango habanero glaze during the last 2-3 minutes of grilling, flipping as needed to caramelize the glaze.
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with additional glaze on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3471 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.7 g | ||
| Protein | 223.5 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1577 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
