Chicken, Chickpea and Mango Salad

Fresh and flavorful, this chicken, chickpea and mango salad is a fantastic healthy lunch or dinner! Quick and easy to make, it’s packed with a dreamy cumin lime dressing, crispy chickpeas and juicy mango. Gluten free with dairy free option.

A white bowl filled with Chicken and Chickpea Salad.

Today I have another quick, easy and healthy dinner (or lunch) option for you.  

An awesome salad packed with spiced-up chicken, roasted crispy chickpeas and plenty of juicy fresh mango.  

Because I am on a mango and chickpea kick like no other at the moment.  

Plus, there is some salty feta involved and a cumin lime dressing.  Mmmm.

A white bowl filled with Chicken and Mango Salad with a fork to the side.

We like to enjoy this salad with some pita chips but I think it would also be great with some crusty bread or even tortilla chips.  

And if it’s a Friday night after a long week maybe even a fresh honey margarita?  

Yes, I do think so.

{Side note – this is also a great make ahead dish. Instructions included down in the recipe!}

Chicken Mango Salad in a white bowl with a fork to the side.

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Chicken, Chickpea and Mango Salad

Yield: about 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Fresh and flavorful, this chicken, chickpea and mango salad is a fantastic healthy lunch or dinner! Quick and easy to make, it’s packed with a dreamy cumin lime dressing, crispy chickpeas and juicy mango. Gluten free with dairy free option.

Ingredients

For the chickpeas:

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt

For the chicken:

  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • pinch of cumin
  • pinch of paprika
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Β½ teaspoon cumin
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • ΒΌ cup olive oil

For the salad:

  • about 6 to 8 ounces mixed greens or baby spinach
  • 1 medium mango, chopped
  • Β½ of a small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Β½ cup crumbled feta*

Instructions

To make the chickpeas:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
  2. Pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel and add to a small bowl. In another small bowl, add the olive oil, cumin, paprika and salt. Whisk to combine. Pour the mixture over the chickpeas and toss until the chickpeas are evenly coated. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and spread evenly in the pan.
  3. Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool directly on the baking sheet (they’ll crisp up even more).

To make the chicken:

  1. Season the chicken with the cumin, paprika and a little bit of salt and pepper.
  2. Set a medium skillet over medium heat. Add in the olive oil. When hot, add the chicken to the pan. Toss to coat and cook for about 5 minutes, until cooked through and browned on all sides. Remove from the heat.

To make the dressing:

  1. Add all the ingredients for the dressing to a small bowl and whisk vigorously to combine. Set aside.

To assemble:

  1. Add some of the greens to each bowl. Top with some of the chickpeas, chicken, mango, red onion and feta. Drizzle with some of the dressing. Serve immediately!

Notes

*To keep this dairy free - simply omit the feta cheese.

The chickpeas, chicken and dressing can all be made ahead of time and then all you have to do is assemble when you are ready to eat. Store the chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature (and the chicken and dressing in the fridge). The chickpeas are most crispy when freshly made, but they are still great later on.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 487Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 809mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 9gSugar: 21gProtein: 21g

Nutrition data shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.