Mango Turmeric Chicken Stir-Fry (Printable)

Juicy chicken mingles with mango, snap peas, peppers, and turmeric for a fresh, colorful main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
04 - 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
05 - 1 teaspoon honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables and Fruit

07 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and cubed
08 - 5.3 ounces fresh snap peas, trimmed
09 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
10 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Sauce

13 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce, optional
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
16 - 1 teaspoon honey

→ Oil and Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil such as canola or sunflower
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken with soy sauce, lime juice, turmeric powder, honey, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and allow to marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce if using, lime juice, and honey. Reserve for later use.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked through. Transfer to a clean plate.
04 - Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté minced garlic and sliced onion for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add sliced bell peppers and trimmed snap peas. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables achieve tender-crisp texture.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan, add mango cubes, and pour in prepared sauce. Toss all ingredients together and stir-fry for 2 additional minutes until heated through and well coated.
07 - Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or quinoa.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness of mango balances the earthy turmeric in a way that feels elegant but tastes like comfort food.
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes, which means you can go from craving to eating without losing momentum.
  • Every bite has a different texture—tender chicken, snappy vegetables, soft mango—so you never get bored even when making it for the third time that month.
02 -
  • Don't walk away from the stir-fry once the vegetables hit the pan—everything happens fast, and vegetables that are overcooked lose their snap and become bitter.
  • The mango goes in at the very end because heat softens it quickly; you want it to stay cubed and firm enough to provide little bursts of sweetness, not dissolve into sauce.
03 -
  • Slice your chicken while it's partially frozen—it's easier to get thin, even slices that cook at the same rate.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before garnishing; it deepens their flavor and makes them taste less raw.
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