Grilled Chicken Mango Avocado (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken paired with vibrant mango avocado salsa for a light, flavorful dish.

# What you need:

→ For the 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

→ For the 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
02 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
04 - In a medium bowl, combine mango, avocado, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine and set aside.
05 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through with internal temperature reaching 165°F.
06 - Remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
07 - Slice chicken and serve topped generously with mango avocado salsa.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights
  • Vibrant flavors that require minimal effort
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein
  • The colorful salsa doubles as a gorgeous presentation
  • Light yet satisfying—ideal for warm weather dining
02 -
  • Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before marinating for more consistent cooking
  • Don't skip the resting period after grilling—this keeps the meat juicy
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade
  • Choose slightly firm avocados so they hold their shape in the salsa
  • For a time-saving shortcut, prepare the salsa a day ahead (adding avocado just before serving)
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