High Protein Mango Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this **High Protein Mango Chicken**, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that combines tender chicken breast with the tropical sweetness of fresh mango. Infused with a zesty lime and garlic marinade and complemented by crisp red bell peppers, this recipe is as flavorful as it is wholesome. The addition of honey and soy sauce creates a delightful balance of savory and sweet, while fresh cilantro and green onions add a burst of freshness. Perfect for meal prep or a quick 40-minute dinner, this protein-rich recipe is not only delicious but also gluten-free and packed with vitamins. Serve it over fluffy rice or nutrient-dense quinoa for a complete meal that’s satisfying, healthy, and bursting with color.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 1 large mango
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lime
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 cup cilantro
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel and dice the mango into small cubes and set aside.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and place them in a small bowl.
Juice the lime and add the juice to the minced garlic.
In the same bowl, add the soy sauce, honey, half of the olive oil, black pepper, and salt. Mix to combine.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, chop the red bell pepper into thin strips and chop the green onions and cilantro. Set these aside.
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet, discarding any excess marinade before adding, and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
Add the bell pepper strips to the pan and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Gently fold in the diced mango and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the mango is warmed through.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped green onions and cilantro.
Serve immediately, spooning the mango chicken mixture onto plates. Enjoy your high-protein mango chicken with a side of rice or quinoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.7 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 3989 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.3 g | ||
| Protein | 148.2 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2426 mg | 52% | |
*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.
