Bright, tangy, and weeknight-friendly, this Asian Mango Glazed Chicken balances sweet mango with savory soy for a vibrant family dinner. It comes together quickly for meal prep and leftovers reheat beautifully. For another fast chicken idea, try this crispy chicken ranch wrap recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
- Bright mango flavor balanced by salty soy creates a crowd-pleasing glaze.
- Ready in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights and simple meal prep.
- Family-friendly and kid-approved, with sweet-savory notes that appeal to everyone.
- Makes great leftovers that reheat well for easy lunches.
- If you love sticky grilled flavors, try these easy grilled Asian chicken skewers for another summertime option.
Ingredients Needed
- Protein
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts (about 2-3 medium)
- Sauce
- 1 cup ripe mango puree (about 1 large mango, blended)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- Aromatics & Oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions 5 (always use H2 and H3)
1. Marinate the chicken
Begin by marinating the chicken breasts in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prep the mango
In a blender, puree the ripe mango until smooth, then set aside.
3. Cook the chicken
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, season with salt and pepper, and cook the chicken in the pan for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
4. Glaze with mango
Once the chicken is cooked, pour the mango puree over it and let it simmer for another 5 minutes so the glaze thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Serve and garnish
Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy your healthy and delicious weeknight meal!
Serving Suggestions Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
- Serve over steamed jasmine rice or coconut rice for a fragrant bed of grains.
- Add a side of quick stir-fried bok choy or sautéed snap peas for color and crunch.
- Top with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions for texture.
- Pair with a crisp simple salad and a cold Asian lager or jasmine iced tea.
- For a shared platter, slice the chicken and serve with lime wedges and extra glaze; inspired pairings include sticky Asian grilled chicken thighs style sides.
Tips for Success Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
- Marinate at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to deepen flavor without extra effort.
- Use ripe mango for the sweetest, smoothest glaze — underripe fruit can be tart and fibrous.
- Keep heat medium to avoid burning the glaze; simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat gently.
- For a saucier result or crockpot variation ideas, check this Asian crockpot orange chicken inspiration.
Variations
Here are a few easy ways to change it up:
- Swap chicken breasts for boneless skinless thighs and reduce cooking time slightly.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha to the marinade for a spicy kick.
- Stir in diced bell peppers or shredded carrots to the pan for extra veggies.
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Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts about 2-3 medium
Sauce
- 1 cup ripe mango puree about 1 large mango, blended
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Aromatics & Oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
Marinate the chicken
- Begin by marinating the chicken breasts in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger for at least 30 minutes.
Prep the mango
- In a blender, puree the ripe mango until smooth, then set aside.
Cook the chicken
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, season with salt and pepper, and cook the chicken in the pan for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
Glaze with mango
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the mango puree over it and let it simmer for another 5 minutes so the glaze thickens and coats the chicken.
Serve and garnish
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy your healthy and delicious weeknight meal!
