Jerk-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Tender grilled chicken breasts coated in a spicy jerk seasoning, paired with a fresh and tangy mango-pineapple salsa that balances heat with sweetness. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs 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) chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced ripe mango
• 1 cup, diced pineapple chunks
• 1 small, finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 4 chicken breasts evenly with 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning and 2 tablespoons olive oil; let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the outside is nicely charred.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 diced mango, 1 cup diced pineapple chunks, 1 finely chopped small red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Mix gently and let sit to meld flavors.
4. Step 4: Remove the chicken from the grill and rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve the sliced jerk-spiced chicken topped with the vibrant mango-pineapple salsa.