Thai Chicken and Mango Bowl

 

 

Thai Chicken and Mango Bowl

Elevate your meal with this Thai Chicken and Mango Bowl, a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Juicy grilled chicken paired with fresh mango slices, fluffy rice, and a zesty peanut lime dressing delivers a tropical escape in every bite!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp lime juice

For the Spicy Peanut Lime Dressing:

1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

2 tbsp lime juice

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1-2 tsp sriracha or chili paste (adjust to taste)

2-3 tbsp warm water (to thin the dressing)

For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked jasmine rice or coconut rice

1 fresh mango, sliced

1/2 cup cucumber slices

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Optional Garnishes:

Crushed peanuts

Red pepper flakes

Lime wedges

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

Grill the chicken over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.

 

Make the Spicy Peanut Lime Dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and sriracha. Add warm water a little at a time until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.

 

Assemble the Bowls:

Divide the cooked rice among bowls. Top with grilled chicken slices, mango slices, cucumber, and shredded carrots.

 

Drizzle and Garnish:

Drizzle the spicy peanut lime dressing over the bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro, crushed peanuts, red pepper flakes, and lime wedges if desired.

 

Serve and Enjoy:

Serve immediately and savor the perfect blend of tropical flavors!

Sweet, spicy, and refreshing, this Thai Chicken and Mango Bowl is a tropical getaway in a bowl. Perfect for brightening up your dinner routine or impressing your guests!