Air Fryer Chicken with Mango Salsa

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this easy and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken paired with a vibrant Mango Salsa. The tender, seasoned chicken is perfectly cooked in the air fryer, while the refreshing salsa brings a touch of sweetness and a hint of spice. This dish is not just a feast for your taste buds but also a breeze to prepare!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
🍗 3 to 4 chicken breasts
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
✨ 1 teaspoon turmeric
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
🧂 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Mango Salsa:
🥭 1 mango, peeled and diced
🧅 1/2 small red onion, diced
🌶️ 1/2 bell pepper (any color), diced
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, deseeded and diced
🌿 Cilantro, to taste
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
🧂 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

In a bowl, mix together the salt, paprika, cumin, turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub it in evenly. Season the chicken with the spice mixture on both sides.

2- Cook the Chicken:

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

3- Prepare the Mango Salsa:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
Add the cilantro and lime juice.
Season with salt and black pepper, then gently mix until well combined.

4- Assemble the Dish:

Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for five minutes before slicing.
Serve sliced chicken over a bed of white rice (optional).
Top with the fresh mango salsa and garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Enjoy this delightful and nutritious meal!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 350 per serving
Equipment: Air fryer, mixing bowls, knife, cutting board
Nutritional Info per Serving: Proteins: 30g, Fats: 12g, Carbohydrates: 25g

Cooking Tips

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours before cooking.
Adjust the level of heat by adding more or less jalapeño to the salsa.

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Air Fryer Chicken with Mango Salsa