Grilled Chicken Mango Tacos (Printable Version)
Juicy grilled chicken in warm tortillas topped with vibrant mango salsa for a burst of tropical flavor in every bite.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp lime juice
04 - 1 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1 tsp chili powder
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp garlic powder
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Mango Salsa
10 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
11 - ¼ red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Salt, to taste
→ Tacos
16 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas
17 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
18 - ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
19 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - While the chicken cooks, prepare the mango salsa by combining mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Toss gently and chill until ready to serve.
04 - Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet until pliable.
05 - Assemble tacos by layering sliced chicken, shredded cabbage, and mango salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
- Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
- Perfect balance of protein and fresh produce
- Customizable to suit different heat preferences
02 -
- High in protein with approximately 28g per serving
- Contains multiple food groups for balanced nutrition
- Makes excellent leftovers for next day lunch
03 -
- Allow chicken to come to room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling for more even cooking
- For maximum juiciness use an instant read thermometer and remove chicken from heat at exactly 165°F
- Toast your spices in a dry pan before adding to the marinade to intensify their flavors