Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry
A vibrant stir-fry combining tender chicken, ripe mango, and spicy coconut sauce for a tropical twist. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 40 minutes pairs sliced chicken breast, large, diced mango, coconut milk 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
- 1.5 lbs, sliced chicken breast
- 1 large, diced mango
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1, sliced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a wok over high heat. Add 1.5 lbs sliced chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Toss in 1 large diced mango, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1/2 cup snow peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/2 cup coconut milk. Pour over the mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry?
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 sliced chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry?
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 Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Zesty Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry?
Asian quick meals 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to main dishes dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
