Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper
A vibrant stir-fry combining tender chicken with fresh mango and bell pepper, balanced with a spicy-sweet sauce. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, medium, peeled and diced ripe mango, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 12 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 medium, peeled and diced ripe mango
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2, sliced for garnish scallions
- 1 tsp, toasted for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 12 oz boneless skinless chicken breast into thin strips about 1/2 inch thick. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add chicken strips to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and lightly browned on edges.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium diced ripe mango. Cook for 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and mango is warmed through.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Pour the sauce into the wok and toss everything together for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Chicken with Spicy Mango and Bell Pepper?
Asian Fusion stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
