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Caribbean Jerk Chicken

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๐Ÿ— This Caribbean jerk chicken delivers bold, aromatic spices that transport your taste buds to tropical paradise while providing lean protein for a satisfying meal
๐Ÿ The fresh pineapple salsa adds a sweet and tangy contrast that perfectly balances the spicy jerk seasoning, creating a restaurant-quality dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 1/3 cup olive oil for the chicken

– Juice of 2 limes (approximately 2-3 tablespoons) for the chicken

– 2 teaspoons minced garlic for the chicken

– 2 tablespoons soy sauce for the chicken

– 1 teaspoon onion powder for the chicken

– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg for the chicken

– 3 teaspoons allspice for the chicken

– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for the chicken

– 1 tablespoon honey for the chicken

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even 1/2 inch thickness) for the chicken

– 1 cup diced pineapple for the pineapple salsa

– 1/2 diced onion for the pineapple salsa

– A handful of roughly chopped cilantro for the pineapple salsa

– 1 diced jalapeno (optional) for the pineapple salsa

– Juice of 1 lime for the pineapple salsa

– 2 teaspoons honey for the pineapple salsa

– Salt to taste for the pineapple salsa

Instructions

1-First, prepare the marinade by combining 1/3 cup olive oil, juice of 2 limes, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 3 teaspoons allspice, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon honey in a bowl.

2-Next, pound four boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even 1/2 inch thickness, then coat them thoroughly with the marinade and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

3-While the chicken marinates, make the pineapple salsa by mixing 1 cup diced pineapple, 1/2 diced onion, a handful of roughly chopped cilantro, 1 diced jalapeno (if using), juice of 1 lime, 2 teaspoons honey, and salt to taste. Blend lightly for a smoother texture if desired, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

4-Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until the juices run clear and it’s fully cooked.

5-Finally, let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then serve it over steamed white rice and top generously with the pineapple salsa for a complete dish.

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Notes

๐Ÿ Use fresh pineapple instead of canned for a less sweet, more vibrant salsa that better complements the spicy chicken
๐Ÿ”ฅ Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes and jalapeno – remove jalapeno seeds for milder heat or add more for extra spice
โฐ Marinate the chicken longer (up to 4 hours) for deeper flavor penetration, but be cautious with acidic ingredients that can make the meat mushy if marinated too long

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Marinating time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Caribbean
  • Diet: Gluten-free, High protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 356
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 641mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 72mg