Description
Jerk Chicken Bowls with Mango Salsa offer a vibrant and flavorful meal featuring spicy grilled chicken paired with a fresh, tangy mango salsa. This recipe combines bold Caribbean-inspired spices with tropical sweetness and is quick, healthy, and customizable, perfect for nutritious weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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For the Jerk Chicken Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts, lean and tender
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning blend (natural)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- Pinch of salt
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 cup fresh mango, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (natural)
For the Grain Base
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Mix jerk seasoning blend (natural), olive oil, apple cider vinegar (natural), and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly in this mixture and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: Dice fresh mango, red onion, and bell pepper into small pieces. Finely chop cilantro and combine all in a bowl. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and toss well to combine the bright, tangy salsa.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until cooked through and slightly charred, forming a flavorful crust.
- Prepare the Grain Base: Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm as a wholesome base.
- Assemble the Bowls: Slice the grilled chicken and place on top of the cooked grains. Spoon the mango salsa generously over the chicken and garnish with additional cilantro if desired. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- Choose ripe, fragrant mangoes for the sweetest salsa.
- Do not overcrowd the grill to ensure even cooking and good char marks.
- Toast grains lightly before cooking to enhance nuttiness.
- Adjust jerk seasoning and mango amounts to balance heat and sweetness to your preference.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: jerk chicken, mango salsa, Caribbean, grilled chicken, healthy bowl, spicy chicken, tropical salsa, lean protein, nutritious meal
