Mango BBQ Chicken Flatbread (Printable)

Juicy chicken, bold mango BBQ sauce, and crisp veggies stacked on golden flatbread for a flavorful fusion.

# 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 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
14 - salt and 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
20 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) for optimal crisping.
02 - Combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and turn to coat evenly.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 4–5 minutes per side, until thoroughly cooked. Allow to rest before slicing thinly.
04 - Place diced mango, tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in a blender. Process until very smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Arrange flatbreads or naan on a baking sheet. Brush each with olive oil. Generously spread mango BBQ sauce across surface.
06 - Distribute sliced chicken, shredded mozzarella cheese, and red onion evenly over each flatbread.
07 - Bake flatbreads for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is fully melted and edges are golden and crisp.
08 - Remove from oven. Complete with fresh cilantro leaves and optional jalapeño slices. Slice and offer warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick weeknight meal ready in around thirty five minutes
  • Easy way to brighten up leftover or rotisserie chicken
  • Delivers sweet tangy and spicy flavors in every bite
  • Customizable with your choice of cheese and toppings
02 -
  • High in protein and has fiber from fresh toppings
  • Flatbread freezes beautifully for make ahead meals
  • Balanced flavors sweet spicy smoky tangy in every bite
03 -
  • Let the chicken come close to room temperature before searing for a more even cook
  • Brush a little olive oil on flatbread edges for that golden bakery finish
  • Never skip letting the cooked chicken rest before slicing trust me it keeps it tender

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