Grilled Mango and Chicken Skewers with Cilantro-Lime Marinade

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

Juicy chicken and sweet mango skewers marinated in a tangy lime-cilantro blend, then grilled to perfection for a vibrant summer dish. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 45 minutes blends chicken thighs, mango, lime juice 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 650 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 2 mango
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 8 bamboo skewers

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add the 1.5 lbs diced chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Thread 1.5 lbs marinated chicken thighs and 2 diced mangos (each 1/2-inch cube) onto 8 soaked bamboo skewers, alternating chicken and mango.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to 375°F. Place skewers on grill and cook for 8-10 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and mango edges are lightly caramelized.