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Ultimate Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken Skewers

Experience a taste of Southeast Asia with this Ultimate Sweet & Savory Asian Mango Glazed Chicken Skewers recipe. Perfect for Chicken Skewers, this dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a luscious mango glaze infused with garlic, ginger, and soy. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an ideal weeknight dinner that's both dairy-free and gluten-free adaptable. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal that transports your taste buds to tropical flavors.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keyword: Asian Mango Glazed Chicken, Chicken Skewers, Mango Glaze Recipe, Sweet and Savory Chicken, weeknight dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 410kcal

Ingredients 

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

For the Mango Glaze

  • 1 ripe mango peeled and chopped, or use 3/4 cup mango purée
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional, adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening

For Serving (optional)

  • steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles
  • sliced green onions
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • fresh cilantro or Thai basil
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  • Blend the chopped mango until smooth in a blender or food processor to create the mango purée for the glaze.
  • Combine the mango purée with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and optional chili flakes in a small saucepan.
  • Simmer the glaze mixture over medium heat for 5-6 minutes to deepen the flavors, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken for 1-2 minutes before setting aside.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  • Reduce the heat to low, pour the mango glaze over the cooked chicken, and toss to coat evenly, simmering for 2-3 minutes to caramelize.
  • Serve the glazed chicken immediately over warm rice or noodles, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, fresh herbs, and lime wedges.

Equipment

  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Small Saucepan
  • Large Skillet

Notes

Double the glaze to save half for drizzling over vegetables or rice. Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for a pescatarian or vegetarian version. Use very ripe mango for the sweetest glaze and adjust chili flakes to control spice level.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 530mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg