Mango Chicken is a vibrant, tropical-inspired dish where juicy chicken pieces are simmered in a sweet and spicy mango sauce. The bold flavors of ripe mango, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and a hint of chili come together to make a glossy, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for weeknights or a quick dinner that feels special.
This one-pan recipe pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or steamed veggies and comes together in under 30 minutes!
Sweet & Spicy Mango Chicken (Easy Skillet Recipe)
Description
Tender chicken cooked in a tangy-sweet mango sauce with garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat — a quick tropical dinner that's bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
For the Mango Sauce:
For Garnish:
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.
- Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Mango Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add mango, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, chili, and water.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring, until mango is soft. Mash or blend into a sauce (optional).
3. Return Chicken to Skillet:
- Add the chicken back into the skillet and spoon sauce over.
- Simmer together for another 2–3 minutes, until fully coated and glazed.
4. Serve:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and mango slices.
- Serve hot with rice, quinoa, or stir-fried veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 310kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Cholesterol 75mg25%
- Sodium 540mg23%
- Potassium 480mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 17g
- Protein 32g64%
- Calcium 25 mg
- Iron 1.2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
📦 Storage Notes:
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooled chicken and sauce in a sealed container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Warm in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
📝 Notes:
- Use frozen mango if fresh is unavailable — just thaw and blend before cooking.
- Add coconut milk for a creamy twist.
- Serve over coconut rice for extra tropical flavor.
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