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Easy Mango Chicken and Rice Dinner

Rose
This Easy Mango Chicken and Rice Dinner features tender chicken paired with sweet ripe mango and aromatic rice. A colorful, tropical-inspired dish that’s quick, family-friendly, and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Tropical/Asian Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • knife and cutting board
  • spatula or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1.5 cups jasmine or long-grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth or water with bouillon cube
  • 1 large ripe mango, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.25 cup coconut milk (optional)
  • lime wedges, green onions, toasted sesame seeds or cashews for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in 1 tablespoon oil until fragrant.
  • Add rice and stir 1–2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until cooked. Stir in diced mango, lime juice, and optional coconut milk. Keep warm.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes.
  • Slice chicken into strips or cubes. Fold gently into mango rice or serve on top. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, green onions, and optional nuts. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use ripe mangoes for maximum sweetness. Rest chicken after cooking to retain juices. Customize with tofu or shrimp for vegetarian or pescatarian options. Toast rice with aromatics for deeper flavor and add lime or herbs to brighten the dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken and rice, family-friendly meal, mango chicken, tropical dinner
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