Description
A refreshing and vibrant Mango Chicken Salad that combines juicy grilled chicken breasts with sweet mangoes, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad balances flavors and textures beautifully while being quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Salad
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 4 green onions, sliced
Dressing
- Juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and grill chicken: Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Chop vegetables and mangoes: While the chicken cools, dice the mangoes into bite-sized pieces and chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, and slice the green onions similarly for uniformity in the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste to create a bright and tangy dressing.
- Slice chicken and combine salad: Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it thinly against the grain to maintain tenderness. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, chopped vegetables, sliced green onions, and chicken slices. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Serve the mango chicken salad in bowls or on plates for a fresh, colorful meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Use ripe mangoes for the sweetest and juiciest salad outcome.
- You can substitute grilled chicken breasts with rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
