Description
Jerk Chicken & Mango Salsa is a vibrant, tropical dish that delivers an explosion of bold flavors with every bite. The succulent chicken, marinated in a zesty jerk seasoning, pairs beautifully with the sweet and tangy mango salsa. Perfect for barbecues, gatherings, or even a simple weeknight dinner, this dish will transport your taste buds to sun-soaked shores.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts with jerk seasoning, minced garlic, and lime juice. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (juices run clear).
- While the chicken grills, prepare the mango salsa by mixing diced mangoes, red onion, bell peppers, cilantro, and salt in a bowl.
- Let the grilled chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve topped with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with salsa (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg