Budget-Friendly Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

Juicy grilled chicken breast topped with a fresh mango salsa bursting with tropical flavors. This mexican-inspired grilling (vegetarian-friendly) ready in about 30 minutes blends chicken breast, medium, diced mango, small, finely chopped red onion into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 oz chicken breast
• 1 medium, diced mango
• 1/2 small, finely chopped red onion
• 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
• 1, juiced lime
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through, then set aside.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss until fragrant and slightly sweetened by the lime.
3. Step 3: Slice chicken and serve with salsa, garnished with additional cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil.