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Jerk Chicken Bowls with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice

A flavorful and vibrant dish featuring spicy jerk chicken, refreshing mango salsa, and creamy coconut rice.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, lunch, main
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 full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Mango Salsa
  • 1 large ripe mango diced
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Prepare the Jerk Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Rub the jerk seasoning all over the chicken thighs and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked 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 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  3. Fluff the rice with a fork and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
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 at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In serving bowls, place a scoop of coconut rice, top with sliced jerk chicken, and spoon mango salsa over the top.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level of the jerk seasoning and the jalapeño in the salsa to your preference.

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