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Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken - Easy Recipes for Summer

This grilled mango pineapple chicken is the ultimate easy recipe for a tropical dinner with juicy, sweet, and smoky flavors.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Patricia

Ingredients

  • 1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1/3 cup mango juice or nectar
  • 1/3 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups diced fresh pineapple
  • 1 1/2 cups diced fresh mango
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnishing (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mango juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
  2. Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours, or overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
  4. Grill the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. While the chicken is grilling, optionally grill the pineapple and mango pieces for 2–3 minutes per side until slightly charred.
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with grilled fruit and fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Use fresh juice for best flavor. You can substitute mango or pineapple with other tropical fruits like papaya. Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing cayenne pepper.