Healthy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa

A Fresh, Protein-Packed Dinner with Tropical Flavor

Healthy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa is the kind of meal that checks every box: bright flavors, lean protein, and restaurant-quality presentation — without complicated steps or heavy ingredients.

The chicken is marinated in a simple blend of honey, lime juice, garlic, and olive oil, creating a balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. When cooked, it stays juicy and lightly caramelized. The mango salsa adds freshness, crunch, and a pop of color that makes the dish feel vibrant and exciting.

This recipe is perfect for:

  • Healthy weeknight dinners
  • Meal prep
  • Summer grilling
  • Clean eating plans

Why This Chicken Recipe Is So Popular

  • High protein, low heaviness
  • Naturally sweetened with honey
  • Fresh fruit salsa adds balance
  • Cooks fast and stays juicy

It’s proof that healthy food doesn’t have to be boring.


Ingredients

Honey Lime Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Mango Salsa

  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them.
  3. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
  8. Spoon mango salsa generously over chicken before serving.
  9. Serve warm with rice, quinoa, or salad.
  10. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Serving & Meal Prep Ideas

  • Serve with coconut rice for tropical vibes
  • Pair with quinoa for a balanced meal
  • Store leftovers for easy lunches

Healthy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa

Juicy honey lime marinated chicken topped with fresh mango salsa for a healthy and flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

Honey Lime Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts boneless skinless
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 limes zest and juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Mango Salsa
  • 1 mango diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Grill pan or skillet
  • Tongs
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Whisk honey, lime juice, zest, garlic, oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through.
  4. Prepare mango salsa and spoon over chicken before serving.

Notes

Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Adjust honey for sweetness preference.

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