Mango Chicken Stir Fry
A quick and nutritious dish combining savory chicken with the tropical sweetness of ripe mango, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, sliced Sliced against the grain for tenderness
- 1 piece ripe mango, diced Choose a perfectly ripe mango for best flavor
- 1 piece bell pepper, sliced
- 1 piece red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Can marinate chicken in soy sauce for extra flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Chopped cilantro for garnish Adds freshness to the dish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced bell pepper and red onion, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add the diced ripe mango and soy sauce, stirring gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mango softens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
To serve, consider placing the stir fry over jasmine rice, quinoa, or fresh greens. Lime wedges enhance the dish's flavors. For extra texture, add roasted nuts.