Spicy Mango Chicken Stir-Fry

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Spicy Mango Chicken Stir-Fry

This vibrant and flavorful Spicy Mango Chicken Stir-Fry combines sweet mango with spicy chili for an irresistible dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1-2 red chilies, sliced
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooked rice, to serve

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine chicken slices with soy sauce. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add red bell pepper, garlic, ginger, and red chilies. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add mango pieces, honey, and lime juice to the pan. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Return the chicken to the pan. Toss everything together to ensure the chicken is coated with the spicy mango mixture. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.
7. Serve hot over a bed of cooked rice. Enjoy your vibrant Spicy Mango Chicken Stir-Fry!