Description
Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa is a vibrant and tropical dish combining tender, marinated chicken with a fresh, zesty fruit salsa. Perfect for warm weather and easy to prepare, it's a delightful balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup pineapple, diced
- 1 cup mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by combining diced pineapple, mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice in a bowl. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken until cooked through and golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken topped with the fresh pineapple mango salsa.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.
- Use fresh fruit for the best salsa texture and taste.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired spice level.
- Try substituting chicken with tofu or mushrooms for a vegan option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
