Description
Mango Glazed Chicken brings tropical Southeast Asian flavors right to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. Tender chicken pieces get glazed in a tangy-sweet sauce that balances soy, ginger, and ripe mango for a meal that feels like a culinary vacation.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Fruits and Aromatics:
- 1 ripe mango
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Garnish (optional):
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Blend ripe mango, 60 ml (¼ cup) low-sodium soy sauce, 30 ml (2 tablespoons) honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 15 ml (1 tablespoon) rice vinegar, and 15 ml (1 tablespoon) sesame oil in a blender until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Pat 680 grams (1 ½ lbs) chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Heat 15 ml (1 tablespoon) olive oil in a large skillet over 190°C (medium-high) heat.
- Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Your goal is a beautiful caramelized exterior, not complete cooking.
- Pour entire mango glaze over chicken. Reduce heat to 160°C (medium) and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Turn chicken occasionally to ensure even coating.
- Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 15 ml (1 tablespoon) water to create a slurry. Stir into the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and clings to the chicken.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately while the glaze is glossy and warm.
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to help the flavors penetrate deeply into the meat.
- When reducing the mango glaze, stir constantly to prevent burning and achieve a thick, glossy consistency.
- For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Grilling the chicken adds a beautiful char and smoky flavor that complements the sweet mango glaze perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg