Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa
Juicy chicken marinated in vibrant Jamaican jerk spices, grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh, tangy mango salsa. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, green onions, chopped, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 stalks green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 small scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, combine 4 chopped green onions, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 small seeded scotch bonnet pepper, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp ground allspice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the jerk marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks appear.
- Step 4: While chicken grills, prepare mango salsa by combining 1 large diced ripe mango, 1/2 diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a bowl. Stir gently to combine.
- Step 5: Serve grilled jerk chicken topped with generous spoonfuls of mango salsa.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep green onions, chopped from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Jamerican Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa?
Caribbean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
