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Asian Mango Glazed Chicken

A sweet and savory dish featuring crispy chicken thighs glazed with a tropical mango sauce that's perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless and skinless chicken thighs Thighs are preferred for juiciness.
For the Mango Glaze
  • 1 cup mango puree Use freshly blended or canned; drain well if using canned.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Kikkoman recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Agave can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use 3 if you’re feeling saucy.
  • 1 inch ginger, finely grated The star of the dish, don't skip it!
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Adds authentic Asian flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat dry the chicken thighs to ensure the glaze sticks and achieves a crispy texture.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, combine mango puree, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until well blended.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Once shimmering, add the chicken thighs.
Glazing the Chicken
  1. Once the chicken is nicely browned, pour the mango glaze over it and reduce the heat to allow it to simmer gently.
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve it with rice or enjoy it directly from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions for presentation. Leftovers taste even better.
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