Description
Mango Chicken delivers a zesty tropical twist that brings Southeast Asian flavors right to your dinner table. Fresh ingredients blend together for a delicious meal that feels like a quick culinary escape without leaving your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup ripe mango
- ½ cup bell peppers
- ½ cup onions
- 2 tablespoons green onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
Sauces, Seasonings, and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss your chicken pieces thoroughly, ensuring each chunk gets an even coating.
- Let the seasoned chicken rest for 10 minutes while your other ingredients get prepped. This marinading moment helps develop deeper flavors.
- Grab your blender and add 1 cup diced mango, ½ cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Blend until completely smooth.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet at 375°F (190°C). Drop your marinated chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring every 90 seconds until golden and completely cooked.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate. In the same skillet, sauté ½ cup sliced bell peppers and ½ cup sliced onions for 2-3 minutes until they’re slightly softened.
- Pour your mango sauce into the skillet with the vegetables. Simmer at medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating each piece thoroughly with sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to marry the flavors.
- Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions and 1 teaspoon sesame seeds. Serve immediately over hot rice or noodles.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes to ensure deep flavor penetration and tender meat.
- Use ripe, fragrant mangoes for the sweetest and most vibrant sauce.
- Slice chicken into uniform pieces to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari and use cornstarch as a thickener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11-13 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 455 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 1050 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg