Description
Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa is a fresh and flavorful meal featuring juicy chicken marinated in honey, lime, garlic, and warm spices, then topped with a vibrant mango salsa. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or summer entertaining, this easy recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Honey Lime Chicken
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional for Serving
- Cooked rice
- Quinoa
- Salad greens
- Tortillas
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours in the refrigerator.
- In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Stir gently and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken using your preferred method:
- Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side.
- Pan-sear for 5–7 minutes per side.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.
- Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, salad greens, or tortillas.
- Top generously with mango salsa and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Marinating overnight creates even deeper flavor.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra juicy results.
Adjust the jalapeño to suit your preferred spice level.
Make extra mango salsa—it’s delicious with chips, fish, tacos, and salads.
Always allow the chicken to rest before slicing to retain its juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Seared, or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg