Mambo Chicken Recipe

Name: Mambo Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs or 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger; 1/4 cup tamari soy sauce or 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; Mango Salsa; 2 mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/4 inch cubes; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 -2 jalapeno chile, seeds and membranes removed, minced; 3 green onions, finely sliced; 2/3 cup lightly packed fresh cilantro leaves, stems discarded, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

8 boneless skinless chicken thighs or 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1/4 cup tamari soy sauce or 1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
Mango Salsa
2 mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 -2 jalapeno chile, seeds and membranes removed, minced
3 green onions, finely sliced
2/3 cup lightly packed fresh cilantro leaves, stems discarded, coarsely chopped

1
Rinse the chicken thoroughly under cold running water.
2
Pat dry with a paper towel.
3
In an oven-proof baking dish combine the remaining ingredients.
4
Add the chicken and turn several times to mix the ingredients.
5
Cover with aluminum foil and marinate for 2 to 4 hours in refrigerator.
6
Combine all the salsa ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly with a fork.
7
Reserve.
8
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
9
Transfer covered baking dish to oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked throughout.
10
To serve, spoon a generous serving of salsa onto plate and top with 2 thighs (or 1 breast).
11
Enjoy!

570

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs or 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger, 1/4 cup tamari soy sauce or 1/4 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Mambo Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mambo Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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