Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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Succulent chicken marinated in a fiery allspice-spiced blend, grilled to smoky perfection, and served with a vibrant mango salsa for a tropical island experience. This Jamaican-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, ground allspice, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Jamaican cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on (about 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
2 tsp ground allspice
2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1, diced (about 1 cup) ripe mango
1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
2 tbsp, chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tsp ground allspice, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth.
Step 2: Place 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a resealable bag, pour the marinade over, and massage to coat evenly. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to marinate.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserving excess), and place on the grill. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes and brushing with reserved marinade, until chicken reaches 165°F and skin is crispy and golden.
Step 4: While chicken grills, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Toss gently with 1 tbsp lime juice and set aside.
Step 5: Slice chicken, serve hot with the mango salsa on the side for a refreshing counterpoint to the spicy jerk flavor.