Tantalizingly Sweet Pineapple Mango Chicken
With its sweet, tropical flavor, Pineapple Mango Chicken is an easy weeknight dinner that is sure to please. This meal is also perfect for summer entertaining and can easily be made a day ahead. Fresh pineapple and mango add a burst of sweetness that is paired perfectly with the spiciness of the chili powder and garlic. Enjoy the tantalizingly sweet flavors of this effortless one-pan meal.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced mango
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, mango, garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper, orange juice, and olive oil. Mix until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Arrange chicken breasts on the baking sheet. Spread the pineapple mango mixture onto the chicken breasts, leaving about 1/4 cup for later.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. During the last few minutes of cooking, spread the remaining pineapple mango mixture onto the chicken.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
