Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Jerk Chicken Bowls with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice, a dish that perfectly balances spicy, sweet, and savory elements. This incredible recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep. With succulent chicken marinated in zesty jerk seasoning, refreshing mango salsa bursting with freshness, and creamy coconut rice, each bite is a tropical escape.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs
- Jerk seasoning
- Olive oil
- Lime juice
- Salt
- Pepper
- Jasmine rice
- Coconut milk
- Diced mango
- Red bell pepper
- Red onion
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining chicken thighs, jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 7-10 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown. Allow it to rest before slicing.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, salt, and optional sugar. Bring to a boil then simmer on low heat covered for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- For the mango salsa, mix diced mango with red bell pepper, red onion, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Let it sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 115mg