Caribbean-Style Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

Tender slow-cooked chicken infused with spicy jerk seasoning paired with a fresh, tangy mango salsa that balances heat and sweetness. This Caribbean-inspired slow-cooker recipe (gluten free), ready in about 375 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on, jerk seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 3 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 cup mango, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 2 lbs chicken thighs all over with 3 tbsp jerk seasoning and 2 tbsp olive oil, ensuring even coating. Place them in a slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp salt to the chicken, then squeeze 2 tbsp lime juice over everything. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the chicken is tender and falling off the bone.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the mango salsa by combining 1 cup diced mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 minced jalapeño in a medium bowl. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and gently mix.
4. Step 4: Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks directly in the slow cooker and stir to coat with the cooking juices.
5. Step 5: Serve the shredded jerk chicken topped with the fresh mango salsa alongside steamed rice or your favorite Caribbean side.