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Asian Mango Glazed Chicken Recipe

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This Asian Mango Glazed Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a luscious mango glaze with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Quick to prepare and cook in just 35 minutes, this vibrant dish is garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onions, making it a delightful meal to serve over rice or noodles for a satisfying, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Glaze

  • 1 cup mango (fresh or frozen, chopped)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp ginger (grated)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Thickening Slurry (optional)

  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Garnish and Serving

  • 2 tbsp green onions (sliced, for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 1 cup cooked rice or noodles (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mango Glaze: In a blender, combine chopped mango, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, fresh lime juice, and optional chili flakes. Blend until smooth to create a flavorful mango glaze.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and sesame oil together in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the hot skillet. Sear each side for 3-4 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust.
  3. Simmer with Glaze: Pour the prepared mango glaze over the seared chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb the glaze flavors.
  4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional): If desired, mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Stir this mixture into the glaze in the last few minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce and help it coat the chicken beautifully.
  5. Finish and Garnish: Once the chicken is fully cooked and the glaze is thickened to your liking, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds over the glazed chicken for added texture and flavor.
  6. Serve: Serve the Asian mango glazed chicken hot over a bed of cooked rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For extra heat, increase the chili flakes or add fresh chopped chili.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time as needed.
  • If fresh mango is not available, frozen mango works equally well.
  • The cornstarch slurry is optional but helps achieve a thicker, more appealing glaze texture.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables for a full balanced meal.

Keywords: mango glazed chicken, Asian chicken recipe, sweet and spicy chicken, skillet chicken, mango sauce chicken

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