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August 29, 2018 By Sara 37 Comments

Mango Chicken

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This mango chicken is a combination of seared chicken breast, bell peppers and fresh mango, all tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Chicken with mango is a unique dinner offering that is sure to get rave reviews!

Mango with chicken is an unusual pairing, but the flavor combination really works! The end result is a tropical tasting meal that’s perfect served over rice.

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Mango chicken in a skillet with red and green sliced peppers.

Chicken goes with just about anything and is a great light protein to add to any dish. This mango chicken hits all the right spots as far as taste and texture go. The sweet and slightly tangy mango mixes well with the tender chicken and slices of bell pepper to make a delicious dinner.

HOW DO YOU MAKE MANGO CHICKEN?

Begin by browning your chicken before adding your pepper slices to the same pan. Next, add your aromatic garlic and ginger to the pan. In a bowl, whisk together your chicken broth and other sauce ingredients then pour it over your chicken mixture. Lastly, place your mango chunks in the pan and serve one delicious dinner!

Chicken, bell peppers, garlic and ginger in a skillet.

It is perfectly ok to use either chicken breasts or thighs, whichever you prefer! To get nicely browned chicken, cook it in batches instead of all at once. The chicken should be in a single layer, otherwise it might steam instead of brown.

Chicken stir fry with mango chunks.

It’s important that the mango is added at the very end of the cook time. The mango can get mushy if it’s cooked for too long. I suggest using firm but ripe mangoes as far as flavor goes. It makes them a lot easier to cook with as well.

Mango chicken in a pan with red and green peppers.

HOW DO YOU CUT A MANGO?

First, peel your mango with a Y-shaped peeler similar to a potato peeler. Then stand your mango on end and cut just to the side of the middle of the mango in order to miss the pit. Once one side is sliced, scoop out the pit. Continue to slice your mango in whatever shape you like!

WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF MANGO?

Antioxidants in mango have been proven to help prevent cancer. Not to mention, it also helps clear up your skin, lowers cholesterol, and even improves your eye health. My favorite part is that it improves your gut health which ultimately promotes weight loss.

A bowl of mango chicken served over rice.

This chicken with mango is such an easy dish that it takes no time at all to prepare. Everyone loves it, even the kids. I’ve never gotten negative feedback on it. Definitely a plus when it’s such an easy recipe!

OTHER MANGO RECIPES YOU’LL LOVE

  • Cilantro Lime Shrimp with Mango Avocado Salsa
  • Mango Iced Tea
  • Strawberry Mango Agua Fresca
  • Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
  • Tropical Fruit Salad
Mango chicken in a skillet with red and green sliced peppers.
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4.95 from 18 votes

Mango Chicken

This mango chicken is a combination of seared chicken breast, bell peppers and fresh mango, all tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Chicken with mango is a unique dinner offering that is sure to get rave reviews!
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Keyword mango chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 251kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 green bell pepper cored, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper cored, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh mango chunks

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
  • Place the chicken in the pan in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. You may need to cook the chicken in batches.
  • Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Repeat the process with any remaining chicken.
  • Add the peppers to the pan with the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
  • Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar and cornstarch.
  • Pour the chicken broth mixture over the chicken and vegetables and bring to a simmer.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes or until sauce has just thickened.
  • Stir in the mango chunks and serve. 

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 688mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1745IU | Vitamin C: 88.5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

Filed Under: Dinner, Gluten Free, Light & Healthy Tagged With: Chicken, Mango

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Comments

  1. Sharon says

    January 12, 2021 at 2:24 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great recipe. I made this tonight and my husband went back for seconds. He really liked it.
    I am a happy cook tonight.

    Reply
  2. Connie says

    January 2, 2021 at 1:07 pm

    This was easy and delicious! I subbed water with a sprinkle of salt for chicken stock (didn’t want to open a whole pack for 2/3 cup) & subbed honey for sugar and it turned out fine. I also marinated the chopped chicken in the sauce for about an hour before cooking. Thank you for sharing a great recipe!

    Reply
  3. Joanne Hacic says

    August 18, 2020 at 6:17 pm

    5 stars
    Made it and my husband kept saying that this dish hit it out of the ball park!

    Reply
    • Shelia Carter says

      December 3, 2020 at 6:35 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this and I am in live! I defrosted frozen mangos so it’s not as sweet.

      Reply
  4. Dani Rochelle says

    July 29, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    Fantastic recipe!! Sauce was super easy to double (we love leftovers!) And it was super simple to make. Thanks so much!!

    Reply
  5. Roxanne says

    June 7, 2020 at 8:22 am

    5 stars
    Quick and easy, came out great. Omitted the sugar, used citrus rice vinegar and low sodium soy sauce, added extra garlic and used tri color peppers. Got microwave ready jasmine rice and put chicken mix over. Made 4 nice to go pans, doubled recipe. Let my friend sample what was left in the pan, fork to mouth ratio was constant, bowl cleaned in record time, not even a speck of sauce! Definitely a winner, fast and easy. I may make it for myself, substituting shrimp for the chicken…yummy!

    Reply
  6. Kathryn Ann Tutor says

    May 31, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    I just found your site, when I was searching for Mango Chickwn recipe. I’m a work in progress at stepping out of my “box”. This recipe looks so-o-o scrupulous. I’m going to make it this week. Do you recommend serving it with rice ??? Thanks, Katie T.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      June 1, 2020 at 4:01 pm

      Yes rice would be perfect!

      Reply
    • Tj says

      June 13, 2020 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tonight and it was excellent! Served it over cauliflower rice that I seasoned with garlic and ginger just like the chicken. Everyone loved it!

      Reply
  7. Susan says

    May 19, 2020 at 7:31 pm

    5 stars
    This was amazing!!! Big hit for the kids. Next time I might add carrots ,broccoli ,and sesame seeds. Sooooo Good!!

    Reply
  8. Jacqui says

    May 7, 2020 at 9:13 pm

    This was delicious! A definite winner!
    Thank you for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
  9. Ari M says

    April 30, 2020 at 3:48 pm

    5 stars
    Made this tonight but omitted the sugar in the sauce. I did have to simmer longer and let it stand to thicken, but it was SO GOOD. There are no leftovers.

    Reply
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