Mango-Lime Glazed Christmas Chicken

Fresh, Festive & Perfect for Summer

Why Families LOVE This Dish

Australian Christmas means sunshine, fresh flavours, and food that feels light but still special — and this dish delivers all of that in one beautiful tray!

Juicy chicken grilled to smoky perfection, brushed with a glossy mango-lime glaze… it’s fruity, zesty, caramelised, and guaranteed to be the star of your summer table.

Kids love it. Grown-ups love it. And it looks stunning on a Christmas platter!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1.2–1.5kg chicken thighs or drumsticks

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

For the Mango-Lime Glaze

• 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced

• Juice and zest of 1 lime

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp grated ginger

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• Optional: 1–2 tbsp water (to thin if needed)

  
  

To Serve:

• Lime wedges

• Fresh coriander or parsley

• Extra mango cubes (for that Christmas-summer pop!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and place in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.

2. Add mango, lime juice + zest, honey, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic to a blender. Blend until smooth. Add water if needed to loosen. Adjust to taste — more lime = more tang, more honey = sweeter.

   
   

3. Preheat BBQ or grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

4. Place the chicken on the grill (skin-side down if using thighs). Grill for 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until starting to brown.

   
   

5. Begin brushing generously with the mango-lime glaze. Continue grilling for another 10–12 minutes, basting every couple of minutes. The glaze will caramelise beautifully!

   
   

6. Brush with any remaining glaze right before serving. Top with fresh herbs and extra mango cubes. Add lime wedges for squeezing — so summery and bright!

   
   

PlatePal Tips for Fun & Flavor

• Kid Tip: Let the kids help brush the glaze on the chicken (off the grill, of course!) — they’ll love the fun of “painting” their food.

  
  

• BBQ Bonus: Use thighs for extra juiciness — they hold up beautifully on the grill.

  
  

• Make It Spicy: Add a tiny pinch of chili flakes for adults wanting a kick.

  
  

• Extra Gloss: Warm leftover glaze and drizzle over the platter before serving.

  
  

• Prep-Friendly: Make the glaze up to two days ahead and store it in the fridge.

Final Thoughts

This grilled Mango-Lime Glazed Christmas Chicken is everything an Aussie Christmas dish should be — sunny, bold, fresh, and perfect for sharing outdoors. Smoke from the grill meets sweet mango and zingy lime… trust me, the flavours sing!

If you make it at home, I’d love to see your festive plates! Tag #PlatePalCreations so we can celebrate together. 🎄🥭✨