Jerk-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
Tender grilled chicken breasts infused with spicy jerk seasoning paired with a fresh, tangy mango salsa for a vibrant Caribbean-inspired meal. 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 large, peeled and diced ripe mango
- 1 small, finely diced 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
- Step 1: Rub 4 chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning and 2 tablespoons olive oil evenly, coating all sides. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: While the chicken marinates, combine 1 large diced mango, 1 small diced 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 refrigerate until serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the seasoned chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the surface is slightly charred and fragrant.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve topped with the chilled mango salsa for a refreshing balance to the spicy jerk flavor.








