Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa

• total time: 22 minutes

Ingredients

Lemon Ginger Chicken:

1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 🌿

Zest of 1 lemon 🍋

1/4 cup lemon juice 🍋

2 tbsp honey 🍯

1 tbsp soy sauce 🥄

1 tbsp olive oil 🌿

Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

Coconut Rice:

1 cup jasmine or basmati rice 🍚

1 cup coconut milk 🥥

1/2 cup water 💧

1/2 tsp salt 🧂

Pineapple Mango Salsa:

1/2 cup diced pineapple 🍍

1/2 cup diced mango 🥭

1/4 cup diced red onion 🧅

1 tbsp lime juice 🍋

Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) 🌿

Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

Spicy Mayo:

1/4 cup mayonnaise 🍶

1-2 tsp sriracha (adjust for spice) 🌶️

1 tsp lime juice 🍋

Directions

Prepare the Coconut Rice: Rinse jasmine rice, then combine it with coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender and infused with coconut flavor. 🍚🥥

Make the Lemon Ginger Glaze: In a small bowl, mix grated ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce. Set aside.

Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Pour the lemon ginger glaze over the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken. 🍗✨

Prepare the Pineapple Mango Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, mango, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix. 🥑🍍

Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste. 🌶️🍶

Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of coconut rice, add the lemon ginger chicken, and top with pineapple mango salsa. Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for extra flavor. 🌿🍋

This tropical-inspired bowl is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy—a fresh and vibrant meal that’s sure to satisfy! 🌴💥