Grilled Chicken and Mango Skewers
Grilled Chicken and Mango Skewers are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, creating a mouthwatering dish that transports you to a tropical paradise. Juicy marinated chicken meets ripe mango and colorful veggies on skewers, making it an ideal choice for barbecues or weeknight dinners. This easy recipe guarantees restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort, delighting both guests and family alike. Get ready to impress with this vibrant, flavorful dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 2 ripe mangoes, cubed
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 medium red onion, thickly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop mangoes, bell peppers, and red onions into similar-sized chunks.
- Thread marinated chicken, mango, and veggies onto skewers with space in between each piece.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F or 200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F), turning occasionally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, try using teriyaki sauce or chili-lime seasoning for the marinade. Swap mango for pineapple or zucchini for different flavor profiles.