Ingredients
Chicken Thighs (2 pounds, bone-in, skin-on)
Ripe Mango (1 large, peeled and cubed)
Habanero Peppers (2 whole, stems removed, seeds removed for less heat)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
Lime Juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
Orange Juice (1/4 cup)
Soy Sauce (2 tablespoons, low-sodium if desired)
Brown Sugar (1 tablespoon, optional for caramelization)
Salt (1 teaspoon, to taste)
Black Pepper (1/2 teaspoon, to taste)
Instructions
Combine mango, habanero peppers, garlic, lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth and slightly chunky (60-90 seconds).
Place chicken thighs in a large bowl. Pour half the glaze over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Reserve remaining glaze for basting.
For grilling: Heat grill to medium-high (375°F). Sear chicken for 10 minutes per side, basting with reserved glaze during last 5 minutes.
For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place chicken in a baking dish, glaze side up. Pour remaining glaze over the top. Roast for 35 minutes, basting once halfway through.
For air frying: Cook at 375°F for 20 minutes, flipping and glazing midway.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Glaze will harden into a sticky shell.
Notes
Remove habanero stems for milder heat if desired.
Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for brighter flavor.
Leftovers keep in airtight containers for up to 3 days (reheat at 350°F for 15 minutes).
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 chicken thighs
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.75g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 190mg