Citrus Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Marinated in vibrant jerk spices, grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh mango salsa bursting with tropical flavors. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, jerk seasoning, fresh lime juice 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
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 large, diced ripe mango
• 1 small, finely diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp fresh lime zest

The instant-read thermometer we’d check this chicken with → Best Instant-Read Thermometers for 2026: Fast, Accurate Picks Under $100

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp salt. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: While the chicken marinates, prepare the mango salsa by combining 1 large diced ripe mango, 1 small finely diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced jalapeño (seeded), 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp fresh lime zest in a bowl. Mix gently and refrigerate until serving.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges are slightly charred.
4. Step 4: Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve topped with 1/2 cup mango salsa per chicken breast, allowing the fresh vibrant flavors to complement the spicy jerk chicken.