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Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken

A delightful dish where seared chicken is coated in a warm mango glaze, combining sweet, salty, and tangy flavors for a refined yet quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped or 3/4 cup mango puree
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening
Garnishes & Sides
  • to serve Steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles
  • to taste Sliced green onions
  • to taste Toasted sesame seeds
  • to taste Fresh cilantro or Thai basil
  • as desired Lime wedges

Method
 

Preparation of Glaze
  1. Blend the chopped mango until smooth.
  2. Pour into a saucepan and add soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes.
  3. Bring to a simmer, then reduce to low and cook for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened (1-2 minutes). Set aside.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing Chicken
  1. Reduce heat to low, pour mango glaze over chicken, and toss to coat.
  2. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve over rice or noodles and top with green onions, sesame seeds, herbs, and lime juice.

Notes

Use ripe mango for the sweetest glaze; for variations, try adding sriracha for heat or substitute tofu for a vegan option.