Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken is a delightful dish that takes your taste buds on a journey to Southeast Asia. This vibrant recipe features tender chicken coated in a luscious mango glaze, perfectly balancing sweet and savory flavors. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy an exotic meal that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve it over rice, toss it in lettuce wraps, or pair it with noodles for a versatile dining experience. With fresh ingredients and customizable heat levels, this dish promises to excite everyone at the table.
- 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
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- Olive oil or sesame oil for cooking
- Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the chopped mango until smooth and pour into a saucepan with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Simmer for 5–6 minutes.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a skillet, heat oil and cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the glaze over the cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg