Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds to the sunny shores of Southeast Asia. With tender chicken coated in a luscious mango glaze, this recipe combines sweet and savory elements for an irresistible meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it can be served with rice, noodles, or even in fresh lettuce wraps. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a dish that’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with healthy ingredients. Enjoy the burst of tropical flavors and the satisfaction of a homemade meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 ripe mango (or ¾ cup mango purée)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- Salt, pepper, and olive/sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze by blending the mango until smooth. Combine with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger in a saucepan; simmer for 5–6 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (6–8 minutes).
- Pour the glaze over cooked chicken; toss to coat and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and lime.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg