Description
This Chinese Style Mango Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts marinated and stir-fried with fresh mango, colorful bell peppers, and a tangy mango-based sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that balances sweet, savory, and a hint of spice, served over rice or noodles and garnished with fresh green onions.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Sauce
- ½ cup fresh mango juice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss them with cornstarch and low-sodium soy sauce. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to tenderize the meat and develop flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant to build a flavorful base for the stir fry.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer to the hot wok. Cook about 4 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp, maintaining a pleasant crunch and vibrant color.
- Prepare and Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh mango juice, rice vinegar, honey or brown sugar, and a pinch of cayenne pepper if using. Pour this sauce over the stir fry and simmer for one minute to meld flavors.
- Incorporate Mango: Gently fold in the diced ripe mango and warm through for an additional 1–2 minutes, allowing the mango to soften slightly without losing its shape.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the mango chicken stir fry immediately over rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions for freshness and a pop of color.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add fresh chili flakes.
- Use fresh mango juice for the best flavor, or substitute with canned mango nectar if fresh is unavailable.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or your favorite noodles to complete the meal.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- For added crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the finished dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
