Barbecue Chicken with Fresh Mango Salsa
On my way home from work yesterday, I noticed something: there were yellow leaves all over my neighbor’s lawn. I looked up, and sure enough, their huge elm tree is starting to change colors. I’ve noticed that the morning have been cooler — prompting me to grab a cardigan and even consider a light jacket — so I knew that fall was imminent, but I’m not ready for it to come on in full force! Where has summer gone?
We still have a few weeks of decent weather left so, before pumpkins start taking over my kitchen, I’m going to take every opportunity to get in a few more summery dishes. Like this barbecue chicken with mango salsa that I served with an avocado, bacon, and goat cheese salad. While you could theoretically make this dish any time, the fresh, bright flavors are perfectly suited for a hot, summery day. I love the contrast between the tangy barbecue sauce, the touch of spice from the jalapenos, and the juicy sweetness of the mango.
Barbecue Chicken with Fresh Mango Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 4- ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
- 4 Tbs barbecue sauce
- 1 mango cut into cubes
- 2 Tbs chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeno pepper minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice from 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat a grill or grill pan to high. Brush the chicken with about half of the barbecue sauce, coating both sides. Set aside while the grill heats up.
- Grill the chicken until it's cooked through — about 2 minutes on each side. While it's cooking, baste with the remaining barbecue sauce. Remove from the pan and let rest under a piece of foil or a pot lid for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving.
- Make the salsa by combining the mango, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. Serve the salsa over the chicken.
This sounds like the perfect dish to keep you in that summery mood! The chicken looks so perfectly cooked… yum!
Your chicken looks delicious and the salsa is such a nice pairing. It has to go into the bookmark section. Thank you!
How delicious!! I love the mango salsa
Fall is definetly around the corner, but this looks like an amazing way to fight it off!
Great recipe- healthy and quick. I use BBQ quite a bit too when it has to go quick. Never thought of combining it with the Mango Salsa.Will try soon.
It’s amazing that fall is almost here. I’m glad the dog days of summer are behind us, but I hope the really cold weather holds off for a bit. Your chicken and salsa look delicious. I’ll need to make a couple more summer musts too. Thanks.
That is one of the prettiest pieces of chicken I’ve seen in an age. You’ve perfectly caramelized it and the mango salsa is a wonderful accompaniment. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings…Mary
Yum! I want that for dinner tonight!
What fantastic caramelization on your chicken! Yep…fall is a comin’ and I am loving it! It is my favorite season in the Heartland, then comes the dreadful winters!
My roommate wanted some late night pizza last night and when we went out I totally had to grab a jacket! It was tragic. so I totally know what you mean about squeezing in some last minute meals. I feel like this happens to me with every season!
The chicken looks fantastic…quite a tropical burst of flavor and perfect for summer!