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Extreme macro close-up of Mango Glazed Chicken on a silver spoon showing the translucent orange glaze and oily sheen.

Mango Glazed Chicken: The Ultimate Sticky and Glossy Tropical Dinner

This Mango Glazed Chicken features succulent chicken cubes coated in a glossy, translucent orange glaze with soft mango chunks. Perfectly sweet and savory, it is served over jasmine rice for a high-impact, professional-quality dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Tropical
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mango Chicken Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs 680g, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 large ripe mangos 400g total; one pureed, one diced into squares
  • 1/2 cup mango nectar 120ml
  • 1/4 cup honey 60ml
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce 30ml
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger 15g, minced
  • 1 tbsp garlic 15g, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch 5g, mixed with water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil 30ml
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds For garnish
  • 2 stems green onions Sliced, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 High-speed blender Used for pureeing the mango base.
  • 1 Heavy-bottomed Skillet Stainless steel or cast iron is best for searing.
  • 1 Chef's Knife For precise dicing of mango and chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Puree one mango in a blender until smooth. Dice the second mango into clean 1/2-inch squares.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet. Sear chicken cubes until golden brown and fibrous texture is visible, about 5-7 minutes.
The Glaze
  1. Sauté ginger and garlic. Add mango puree, nectar, honey, and soy sauce. Whisk in cornstarch slurry and simmer until translucent and glossy.
  2. Toss chicken in the glaze. Fold in mango squares. Serve over jasmine rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

Use a high-sugar honey for the best gloss.
Ensure the chicken is patted dry before searing to get the best texture.