Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa

A bright, zesty dish with bold tropical flavor—perfect for summer nights or healthy meal prep. This lemon ginger chicken paired with a sweet-and-spicy pineapple mango salsa is not only bursting with flavor, but also loaded with freshness and nutrition.

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Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

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• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp honey (optional for slight sweetness)

For the Pineapple Mango Salsa:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

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• 1 ripe mango, diced

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

• 1 small red chili or jalapeño, minced (optional)

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, ginger, pepper, and honey. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.

2. Grill or Sear

Preheat a grill pan or skillet. Cook chicken on medium-high heat until golden and fully cooked (about 4–5 mins per side).

3. Prepare the Salsa

In another bowl, combine pineapple, mango, onion, chili, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and chill.

4. Serve

Place grilled chicken on a plate and top with generous scoops of salsa. Serve with rice, quinoa, or fresh greens.

Time & Serving

• Prep Time: 15 mins

• Marinate Time: 30 mins

• Cook Time: 10 mins

• Total Time: ~55 minutes

• Serves: 2–3 people

Tips & Variations

• Add avocado to the salsa for extra creaminess.

• Use thighs instead of breast for juicier texture.

• This also works great in wraps or tacos!

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