Mango BBQ Chicken Flatbread (Print View)

Grilled chicken, mango BBQ sauce, and fresh toppings come together for a flavorful flatbread perfect for sharing.

# Components:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Mango BBQ Sauce

07 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
08 - 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
09 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon honey
11 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
13 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
14 - Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

→ Flatbread & Toppings

15 - 2 large flatbreads or naan
16 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
17 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
18 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
19 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced, optional
20 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken breasts fully in the marinade.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Allow chicken to rest, then slice thinly.
04 - Blend diced mango, tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and cayenne pepper until smooth. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil and spread a generous layer of mango BBQ sauce over each.
06 - Top each flatbread with sliced chicken, shredded mozzarella cheese, and sliced red onion.
07 - Bake flatbreads for 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are crisp.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh cilantro and jalapeño slices if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in about half an hour and easy enough for beginners
  • Delivers big crowd-pleasing flavor thanks to the homemade mango sauce
  • Uses everyday supermarket ingredients that stay budget friendly
  • Perfect for both family dinners and entertaining
02 -
  • Naturally sweetened with mango and honey for a fresher flavor
  • Works as both a hearty dinner or a shareable snack
  • Can be prepped ahead for busy weeknights
  • The mango in this recipe always reminds me of Sunday afternoons peeling fruit with my kids Sometimes my daughter insists on sampling the sauce straight from the blender and we laugh until we run out of mango for the recipe
03 -
  • Toast the flatbread briefly before adding toppings for an even crispier bottom
  • Always taste the mango BBQ sauce before using mangos vary in sweetness and a spoonful more honey or vinegar can make all the difference
  • Do not skip resting the cooked chicken before slicing it helps keep each piece juicy and tender

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