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Jerk Chicken Bowls with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring spicy jerk chicken served over creamy coconut rice, topped with fresh mango salsa.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Jerk Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Mango Salsa
  • 1 large mango diced
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Prepare the Jerk Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Rub the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning and olive oil.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Cook the Coconut Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Make the Mango Salsa
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  2. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the coconut rice among four bowls.
  2. Slice the grilled jerk chicken and place it on top of the rice.
  3. Spoon the mango salsa over the chicken and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level of the jerk chicken and the salsa according to your preference.

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