Sautéed Chicken with Mango and Cilantro Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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A vibrant sautéed chicken dish topped with a fresh mango and cilantro salsa that balances sweet and tangy flavors. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs skinless chicken breasts, ripe mango, fresh cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 12 oz) skinless chicken breasts
1 medium, diced ripe mango
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cloves minced garlic

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz total) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground cumin.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then remove and rest for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1 diced ripe mango, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper, and 2 tbsp lime juice. Stir gently to combine.
Step 5: Slice the rested chicken breasts and serve topped with the fresh mango and cilantro salsa for a bright, flavorful finish.