Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice
Poultry Dishes
This Jamaican jerk chicken with mango salsa and rice is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a Caribbean-inspired dinner. The juicy and tender chicken is coated in a spicy jerk seasoning, then served with a sweet and tangy mango salsa and fluffy rice for a delicious and colorful plate.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 mango, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season them with Jamaican jerk seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
In a medium bowl, combine the mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, and honey to make the mango salsa.
Serve the grilled chicken with the mango salsa and cooked rice on the side.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
This Jamaican jerk chicken with mango salsa and rice is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a Caribbean-inspired dinner. The juicy and tender chicken is coated in a spicy jerk seasoning, then served with a sweet and tangy mango salsa and fluffy rice for a delicious and colorful plate.
