Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa
Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the sunshine of tropical flavors to your dining table. This recipe features tender chicken glazed with a zesty lemon-ginger sauce, perfectly complemented by a sweet and tangy pineapple mango salsa. Served over creamy coconut rice, this meal is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With an explosion of flavors and colors, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced mango
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, grated ginger, honey, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a pot, cook jasmine rice with coconut milk and water according to package instructions.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; add marinated chicken and cook for about 10-12 minutes until fully cooked and glazed.
- In another bowl, mix diced pineapple, mango, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the salsa.
- Serve the coconut rice topped with ginger chicken and salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg