Grilled Chicken Mango Avocado (Printable Version)

Tender grilled chicken served with a vibrant mango and avocado salsa, perfect for a light summer meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Mango Avocado Salsa

09 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
11 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
13 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Juice of 1 lime
16 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice until fully combined.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade evenly over chicken, coating each piece thoroughly. Allow to marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes.
04 - While chicken marinates, combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine and set aside.
05 - Place marinated chicken on preheated grill. Cook 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
06 - Remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
07 - Slice rested chicken and arrange on serving plates. Top generously with prepared mango avocado salsa and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes
  • Perfect balance of savory chicken and sweet-tangy salsa
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein
  • Bright, colorful presentation makes it ideal for entertaining
  • Light yet satisfying, perfect for warm weather dining
02 -
  • For the juiciest chicken, remove it from the refrigerator 15 minutes before grilling
  • Choose a mango that yields slightly to pressure for the perfect ripeness
  • Add the avocado to the salsa last to prevent browning
  • For a smoky flavor boost, grill the bell pepper before dicing it for the salsa
  • A meat thermometer is the most reliable way to ensure your chicken is perfectly cooked
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