Grilled chicken breast seasoned with garlic, lime and spices and topped with fresh mango black bean salsa for the ultimate high-protein summer dinner. Rich in lean protein, fiber, and bright, fresh flavor, it’s perfect for grilling season, meal prep, or an easy weeknight meal.
Grilled Chicken with Black Bean Mango Salsa
Living on Long Island, I’m always looking for easy summer dinners to make the most of grilling season. This is something I’ve been making for years. In fact, this is one of the first recipes I ever shared on Skinnytaste, and it’s still something I make every summer. The chicken is marinated in garlic, lime, and spices to keep it juicy and flavorful, but it’s actually a fresh mango black bean salsa. The sweetness of mango combined with lime, cilantro, and black beans adds to the refreshing taste of summer and adds fiber, making the meal more balanced and satisfying. I like to serve it with rice, roasted corn, or as is for a light, high-protein dinner.
Why This Roasted Chicken Recipe Works
I love taking advantage of the warm weather during the summer and grilling outside. Bonus points for a dish that’s as quick and easy as it is delicious. This simple roasted chicken with black bean mango salsa delivers on all that.
- fast: The chicken is grilled in less than 10 minutes with no handling involved in the marinating process.
- healthy: It is naturally gluten-free and rich in protein and fiber.
- It’s easy to prepare in advance. Chop the chicken and make the salsa a day early.
materials needed
When purchasing mangoes, choose firm ones that spread slightly when pressed. It should be neither too soft nor too hard. Let sit on the counter for a day or two to ripen. See recipe card below for exact measurements.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast: Remove fat and cut in half lengthwise. A good pair of kitchen scissors will make this task easier than using a knife.
- spices: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and dried oregano.
- lime juice For the chicken marinade and black bean salsa dressing.
- red onion It adds crunch and brightness, and is softened by mixing lime juice and mango.
- olive oil It balances the acidity and prevents the salsa from becoming too dry.
- salt For salsa seasoning
- black beans Add protein and fiber. Just rinse and drain before mixing with other ingredients.
- mango For sweetness. Peel the ripe mango and dice it into small pieces.
- master For freshness.
- Jalapeño: Save the ribs and seeds to make a spicy salsa. For a lighter version, Remove the peppers before dicing them.
How to Make Chicken with Mango Black Bean Salad
While the chicken marinates, prepare the salsa and preheat the grill. You can also make the salsa a day ahead if that suits your schedule better. See recipe card below for printable instructions..
- Marinade the chicken Add lime juice and spices and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 5 hours. More time means more flavor.
- To make salsa: Mix all black bean salsa ingredients in a bowl, then taste and adjust salt as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- grill the chicken In a grill pan on the stovetop or on an outdoor grill. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side and check for doneness with a thermometer.
- How to Serve: Let the chicken sit for 5 to 10 minutes to retain its juices, then slice and serve with the salsa.
customize it
- Protein Options: This black bean mango salsa goes well with almost any protein, including chicken thighs, pork tenderloin, shrimp, and white fish. If using seafood, marinate for only 20 minutes.
- onion: Replace the red onions with shallots.
- No handle? Serve with chopped pineapple or peaches, or try thawed frozen mango.
- Do you hate cilantro? Omit or substitute with chives.
- Make it spicier Use serrano with the seeds and ribs still intact.
- Add other vegetablesSuch as avocado or green pepper.
offer suggestions
Complete your meal with one of the side dish recipes below, or make tacos with chicken and black bean mango salsa, rice bowls, and salad (with chopped romaine).
save
- Refrigerated storage Chicken and salsa will be stored separately for up to 4 days.
- reheat Bake the chicken in the microwave or air fryer until warm and top with cold salsa.
- hang tightly Chicken lasts about 3 months. I would not freeze the salsa.
Variety of Roasted Chicken Recipes for Easy Dinners
For more healthy dinner ideas, check out: five delicious A grilled chicken breast recipe to inspire your next summer meal!
produce: night soil
Serving Size: 1 Chicken cutlets, 2/3 cup salsa
Mango Black Bean Salsa (makes about 2 ½ cups):
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Season the chicken with salt and pepper, place in a large non-reactive bowl with the remaining ingredients, toss well to coat, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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In a medium bowl, combine the red onion, lime juice, and olive oil and season with salt to taste.
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Mix well and then mix with the rest of the ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high, discard the chicken marinade, and sear the chicken breasts for about 3 minutes on each side, or until the center is cooked through.
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Transfer to a cutting board and slice chicken on the bias.
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Serve sliced chicken topped with mango black bean salsa.
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clothing material: 1 Chicken cutlets, 2/3 cup salsa , calorie: 261 calorie, carbohydrate: 24 g, protein: 30.5 g, province: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 0.5 g, sodium: 351 mg, fiber: 5 g, sugar: 8 g
