Caribbean-Inspired Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

Spicy jerk-seasoned chicken breasts paired with a fresh, vibrant mango salsa for a sweet and savory Caribbean delight. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, jerk seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, peeled and diced ripe mango
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and rub evenly with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 1 tbsp olive oil. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by combining 1 diced ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Mix gently and refrigerate.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the outside is well charred and aromatic.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve topped with the chilled mango salsa for a balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors.