Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this **Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa**, a vibrant and nutritious recipe that's as delicious as it is guilt-free. Perfectly marinated chicken breasts, infused with zesty lime juice, garlic, and a hint of olive oil, are grilled to juicy perfection, locking in those smoky, char-grilled flavors. The star of the show? A tropical, sweet-and-spicy mango salsa made with fresh mangoes, crisp red bell peppers, jalapeño for a touch of heat, and a burst of cilantro freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free and low-sodium dish is an ideal choice for healthy eating without skimping on flavor. Serve with a side of quinoa or leafy greens for a well-rounded, heart-smart meal your family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 large mango, peeled and diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, make the mango salsa by mixing the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, diced jalapeño, and 2 tablespoons of lime juice in a medium bowl. Toss the ingredients together and set aside.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any remaining marinade.
Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve the grilled chicken topped with the fresh mango salsa. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.4 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 1722 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.2 g | ||
| Protein | 222.2 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2889 mg | 61% | |
*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.
