Grilled Chicken with Mango Habanero Glaze

Elevate your backyard barbecue with this Grilled Chicken with Mango Habanero Glaze, a tantalizing combination of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Perfectly grilled chicken breasts are coated in a luscious glaze made from ripe mangoes, fiery habanero pepper, honey, and a hint of zesty lime juice. This tropical-inspired dish balances heat and sweetness, with bold notes of cumin, garlic, and soy sauce adding depth. The glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating a sticky, flavor-packed crust that’s irresistible. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with extra glaze, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and is sure to be a summer favorite. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, it’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal that pairs well with grilled veggies or a crisp green salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 large ripe mangoes
• 1 small habanero pepper
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Peel, pit, and dice the mangoes. Place the mango pieces in a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the habanero pepper (stem removed), honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, ground cumin, peeled garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender with the mangoes.

Step 4

Blend the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels if needed. Set the glaze aside.

Step 5

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and rub lightly with olive oil. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 6

Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Brush the chicken with the mango habanero glaze during the last 2-3 minutes of grilling, flipping as needed to caramelize the glaze.

Step 7

Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with additional glaze on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1574.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1867.2

Total Fat 42.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3470.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 131.7g
Protein 223.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.8mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1576.7mg	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: 20.1%

Protein: 47.5%

Carbs: 32.4%