Mango Chicken Skewers
Juicy grilled chicken paired with sweet and tangy mango slices, perfect for summer cookouts or cozy dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 20 long strips
- 2 ripe mangoes diced into chunks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce use a -certified variety
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 Juice of lime
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers if using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2: Add the strips of chicken to the marinade and toss until they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
- Step 3: Prepare the skewers by threading the marinated chicken strips and mango chunks alternately onto the skewers.
- Step 4: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Step 5: Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the mango is caramelized.
- Step 6: Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro or additional lime wedges if desired.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill
- Skewers
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Don’t overcrowd the skewers; leave enough space between ingredients to ensure even cooking.