Spiced Mango Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender chicken marinated in a warm blend of spices and ripe mango, grilled on skewers and served with a cooling cilantro yogurt sauce. This Indian-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, ripe mango puree, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup, blended from 1 mango ripe mango puree
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8, soaked in water 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup ripe mango puree, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice. Season with a pinch of salt and refrigerate until serving.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Step 4: Serve the hot chicken skewers with the chilled cilantro yogurt dip for dipping.