Asian Mango Glazed Chicken
A delightful balance of sweet mango and savory soy sauce, this easy Asian mango glazed chicken is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For coating the chicken
- 2 tablespoons oil (like avocado or sesame oil) For cooking
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 ripe mango (or 1 cup frozen mango, thawed)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup For sweetness
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional for heat) Adjust to taste
Garnishes
- Chopped green onions For garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds For garnish
- Lime wedges For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by preparing the chicken. In a mixing bowl, toss the bite-sized pieces of chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the chosen oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cooking
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken pieces to the pan. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare the mango glaze: peel, pit, and chop the mango. Mash it in a separate bowl until smooth, then combine with soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and optional sriracha.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, lower the heat and pour the mango mixture over the chicken. Stir to coat evenly and simmer until the glaze thickens.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Serving
- Serve the Asian mango glazed chicken hot, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.
Notes
Pair with jasmine rice or steamed broccoli for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within three days.