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Mango Chicken Stir Fry

Mango Chicken Stir Fry: A Sweet Twist on Weeknight Dinners

This Mango Chicken Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful dish blending sweet mango and savory chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast or Thighs Thighs add richer flavor and moisture.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Swap for arrowroot powder for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste Use minced ginger and garlic for fresh option.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to dietary preference.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper White pepper offers a subtler taste.
  • 3 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Light soy sauce can be a milder substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Chili Sauce Mix honey or agave with chili flakes for an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Red Chili Paste Adjust to liking or replace with sriracha.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup Can be swapped for hoisin sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar serves as a good replacement.
For the Stir Fry
  • 3 tbsp Neutral Oil Options include vegetable or canola oil.
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Same substitutions apply as frying oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but garlic powder is okay.
  • 2-3 pieces Green Chilies Adjust quantity for desired spice.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots or leeks make for tasty swaps.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper You can also use broccoli or snap peas.
  • 3 tbsp Water Used for creating a thickening slurry.
The Star of the Dish
  • 1 medium Ripe Mangoes Frozen chunks work well if fresh isn’t available.
  • 2 tbsp Spring Onion Greens For garnish and extra burst of flavor.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Frying pan
  • Bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and patting dry the chicken. Cut the chicken into small, bite-sized cubes, then coat with cornstarch, all-purpose flour, ginger garlic paste, salt, and black pepper. Let marinade sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a large frying pan or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add half of the coated chicken, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 6-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and repeat with remaining chicken.
  3. In the same wok, add cooking oil over medium heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and sliced green chilies, sautéing briefly. Then, add sliced onion and bell pepper, cooking for 2 minutes until vegetables soften.
  4. Prepare a slurry by mixing cornstarch with water in a bowl. Pour this into the wok, then add dark soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, red chili paste, tomato ketchup, and rice vinegar. Stir and cook for about 3-4 minutes to thicken.
  5. Add the fried chicken and diced mango to the wok, mixing gently for about 2 minutes until heated through. Garnish with chopped spring onion greens and serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Double fry the chicken for extra crispiness. Customize the sauce and veggies to your preference. Store leftovers properly in the fridge or freezer.

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