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Delicious honey lime chicken garnished with fresh lime and herbs

Healthy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa

This Healthy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa features a sweet-tart glaze and fresh mango salsa, making it a bright and flavorful dish perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 3 tablespoons honey use pure honey; substitute maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 2 pieces limes, zest and juice reserve about 1 tablespoon juice for salsa
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil use avocado oil for higher smoke point when grilling
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Mango Salsa
  • 1 piece mango, diced firm but ripe; substitute pineapple for a tangier salsa
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped use green onion for a milder bite
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice for salsa
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped or parsley if you dislike cilantro

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. Whisk together honey, lime zest, lime juice from the 2 limes, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth to make the marinade.
  2. Marinate chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
Preparing the Salsa
  1. While chicken marinates, mix diced mango, red onion, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and chopped cilantro in a bowl to prepare the salsa.
  2. Season lightly with salt and allow flavors to meld.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat or preheat a grill.
  2. Remove excess marinade from the chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Spoon the mango salsa over each breast before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 330mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14g

Notes

Cool the chicken to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store salsa separately for up to 2 days. Reheat chicken gently in a skillet or oven. Do not freeze the mango salsa; it will get mushy. Marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.

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