Chicken with Mango Coconut

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and creamy Chicken with Mango Coconut recipe! Tender chicken thighs are cooked to perfection in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with the tropical sweetness of ripe mangoes and the warm spices of turmeric and cumin. Bright notes of fresh ginger, zesty lime juice, and optional red chili add depth and a subtle kick to this comforting dish. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh coriander, this one-pan recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or pair with warm naan bread for a satisfying meal that brings exotic, tropical flavors right to your table. Perfect for busy evenings, it’s ready in under an hour and is a show-stopper for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 large ripe mangoes, diced
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
• 1 small red chili, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 ml water (optional, for thinning the sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with half the salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic, ginger, and optional red chili. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the turmeric powder and ground cumin, stirring to combine with the onion mixture.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces. Cook until they are lightly browned on the outside, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce heat to medium and pour in the coconut milk. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.

Step 8

Add diced mangoes to the pan and gently stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 10

Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

Step 12

Serve hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread and enjoy the tropical flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1554.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1774.8

Total Fat 86.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 625mg	0%
Sodium 2883.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 89.4g
Protein 136.5g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 220.2mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2636.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.2%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 26.3%