Mango Chicken Bowl Recipe
Introduction
This Mango Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that brings together sweet, spicy, and savory elements for a delightful taste experience.
Tender chicken is coated with a chili crisp butter sauce, served over rice, and topped with a refreshing mango herb salad.
It’s an easy recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or a healthy, satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
For the Mango Salad
1 mango, diced
2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
1 serrano or jalapeño pepper, seeded and sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh mint or basil, torn
2 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons mixed sesame and/or sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 avocado, cubed
For the Chicken
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce, tamari, or soy sauce
6 tablespoons salted butter
3–4 cloves garlic, chopped
Chili flakes, to taste
3–4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
Prepare the Mango Salad:
In a bowl, combine the mango, cucumbers, serrano pepper, cilantro, mint, and green onions.
Toss with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and lime juice. Season with salt.
Add the cubed avocado and gently toss. Sprinkle sesame and/or sunflower seeds on top. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
Toss the sliced chicken with cornstarch or arrowroot powder in a separate bowl.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Thai red curry paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chicken and toss to coat in the curry paste. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is crispy and cooked through.
Remove from heat and stir in the fish sauce, tamari, or soy sauce.
Make the Chili Crisp Butter:
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and a pinch of chili flakes. Cook until the butter is browned and the garlic is crispy.
Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top with the crispy chicken and drizzle the garlic chili butter over the chicken.
Finish with a generous portion of the mango salad.
Serve:
Enjoy immediately for the best flavor and freshness!
Conclusion
This Mango Chicken Bowl is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the crispiness of the chicken to the sweetness of the mango salad.
It’s a versatile recipe that can be adjusted to your spice preference, making it ideal for any palate. Serve