Easy Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos
This Easy Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos recipe is our go-to dinner during busy weeknights. These tacos are bursting with flavor and are perfect for a quick healthy weeknight dinner. The chicken quarters are poached and shredded, then sauteed in the pan with spices. The fresh and sweet mango salsa adds a tropical twist to the dish and complements the savory chicken. They are making every bite a mouthwatering explosion of flavors. Whether you’re a taco lover or just looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, these Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos will surely become a new favorite.
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Homemade dishes like this Mango Salsa Chicken Taco recipe are often considered superior to store-bought options for several reasons. First, and foremost, cooking at home allows individuals to control the quality of ingredients used, resulting in fresher and more flavorful meals. Additionally, homemade meals can be tailored to suit personal dietary preferences and restrictions. Ensuring that the final product is both delicious and suited to one’s specific needs.
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Ingredients
MANGO SALSA:
- Ripe mangos – I use two ripened mango, peeled, and cut into small dice.
- Roma tomatoes – Deseeded and diced
- Red onion – One small or half of a big red onion. Finely chopped.
- Jalapeno pepper – diced with the seeds for more heat.
- Lime juice– prevents the mango from turning brown and gives a citrus flavor.
- Garlic -finely minced
- Cilantro – chopped
- Sea salt and ground pepper to taste
CHICKEN AND SPICES:
- Chicken leg quarters – this recipe used 4 chicken leg quarters. Pouched, skinless, and shredded. You can also use rotisserie chicken.
- Spices – smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, red chili pepper flakes, and salt.
- Oil – for sauteing
- Tortilla – you can use either flour or corn tortilla
How To Make Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos
Time needed: 30 minutes
HOMEMADE MANGO SALSA CHICKEN TACOS
- MAKE THE MANGO SALSA:
Mango salsa is very simple to make. Peel and cut the mangos into small dice. Remove the seeds from the tomatoes and dice them. Chop the onion and jalapeno pepper, and leave the seeds if you want extra heat. Finely chop the cilantro leaves, and minced the garlic. Place all ingredients in a bowl, season with salt, and squeeze with lime juice. Toss to coat well. Set them aside. You can make extra to pair with your next dish. Mango salsa complements grilled meat and fish. It gives a refreshing flavor to any dish.
- COOK THE CHICKEN:
In this recipe, I used 4 chicken leg quarters and cooked them until tender and I was able to pull the meat with the fork (shredded). Or you can use a whole rotisserie chicken and shred the meat.
- SAUTE THE CHICKEN WITH THE SPICES:
Heat the pan with oil. Add the shredded chicken, and cook for 2 minutes or until well heated. Add the spices, and stir to combine. Continue cooking for another minute or until aromatic.
- SERVE:
Serve with flour or corn tortilla. Top with the Mango Salsa.
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Equipment
- Nonstick pan
- Chopping board
- knife
- Sauteed ladle
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
FOR THE CHICKEN
- 4 chicken leg quarters or 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
FOR THE SPICES
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
FOR THE MANGO SALSA
- 2 ripened mangos, small diced
- 5 Roma tomatoes, small diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper small diced
- 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
FOR THE CHICKEN
- If you're using rotisserie chicken, skip these instructions and shred the chicken meat. If you're using chicken leg quarters, then fill a pot with water halfway, and add the chicken (see NOTE #1).
- Boil for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (see NOTE 2).
- Reserve 1/4 cup of water and drain the rest, then cool the chicken. Remove the skin and pull the meat using a fork or knife (shred). Set them aside.
FOR THE SPICES
- In a small bowl, combine all the spices, and mix until well combined.
FOR THE MANGO SALSA
- Cut all ingredients into small dice, place them in a bowl, and add the lime juice. Toss to combine. Set aside until you're ready to assemble your tacos.
SAUTEE THE CHICKEN
- Heat oil in a nonstick skillet. Add the chicken, spices, and 1/4 cup of reserve water. Stir and cook until the chicken is well heated.
- Serve with corn or flour tortilla. Top with the mango salsa.
- Option to add sour cream or guacamole (see NOTE 3).
Notes
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Make sure to come back to this blog post and give us star ratings and reviews.Fresh mango is recommended for the best flavor and texture, but canned mango can be used as a substitute.
Yes, you can make the salsa up to a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
The leftover chicken tacos will stay fresh for up to 4 days in the fridge or weeks in the freezer. Place them in an airtight container or use a freezer bag if you’re going to freeze them.
Some great toppings for Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos include avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, and additional cilantro.
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