Mango Lime Chicken Sheet-Pan Dinner with Butternut Squash
By Nora
Mango Lime Chicken Sheet-Pan Dinner with Butternut Squash is a vibrant, easy weeknight meal that combines savory roasted chicken breast with tender butternut squash and sweet mango. Coated in a simple mixture of fresh lime juice, olive oil, and chili powder, everything cooks together on a single pan for effortless preparation and quick cleanup.
Why You’ll Love This Mango Lime Chicken Sheet-Pan Dinner with Butternut Squash Recipe
- Requires only six straightforward ingredients
- Cooks entirely on one sheet pan for easy cleanup
- Features a flavorful balance of zesty lime, chili powder, and sweet mango
- Provides 35 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving
- Takes just 10 minutes of hands-on prep time
What you’ll need
- 1.5 lbs (680g) chicken breast, cubed Cut into uniform bite-sized cubes to ensure even cooking alongside the squash.
- 2 cups (400g) butternut squash, peeled and diced Dice into pieces similar in size to the chicken for consistent roasting.
- 1 large (200g) mango, diced Added in the final minutes of roasting to warm through without becoming mushy.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) lime juice Provides bright citrus acidity to balance the spiced oil mixture.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil Helps the chili powder adhere and promotes even roasting on the pan.
- 1 tsp (5g) chili powder Adds mild warmth and earthy flavor across the meat and vegetables.
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Keep it simple
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Chef's knife and cutting board
Step-by-step instructions
This recipe relies on a two-stage roasting method at 400°F (200°C) to ensure the squash softens and the chicken cooks through before the delicate mango is introduced.
- 1Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Step 2
Place chicken and squash on a sheet pan.
- 3Step 3
Whisk lime juice, oil, and chili powder; drizzle over the mixture.
- 4Step 4
Roast for 20 minutes.
- 5Step 5
Add mango, toss gently, and roast for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Tips for a better result
- Spread the chicken and squash in an even single layer to promote roasting rather than steaming.
- Toss the mango gently during the last five minutes to prevent the fruit pieces from breaking apart.
- Whisk the dressing thoroughly so the chili powder is evenly distributed across the entire pan.
Variations & substitutions
- Serve over a bed of mixed greens for a warm dinner salad.
- Plate alongside a wedge of fresh lime for extra citrus presentation.
Serving suggestions
Serve hot directly from the sheet pan, dividing the chicken, butternut squash, and mango evenly among four plates.
Storage & reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently until warmed through.
Nutrition notes
Values below come directly from your recipe inventory and are presented as recipe information, not medical advice.
Quick recipe answers
Why is the mango added at the end of baking?+
Mango has a high moisture and sugar content, so adding it for the final 5 minutes warms it through without causing it to break down completely.
What temperature should the oven be set to?+
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before placing the sheet pan inside.
With its simple preparation and bright flavor profile, this sheet-pan chicken dinner makes wholesome weeknight cooking simple and satisfying.
Mango Lime Chicken Sheet-Pan Dinner with Butternut Squash
Roast juicy cubed chicken breast with tender butternut squash, sweet diced mango, lime juice, and chili powder in this vibrant sheet-pan meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (680g) chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups (400g) butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 large (200g) mango, diced
- 2 tbsp (30ml) lime juice
- 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp (5g) chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken and squash on a sheet pan.
- Whisk lime juice, oil, and chili powder; drizzle over the mixture.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Add mango, toss gently, and roast for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition
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