Quick Caribbean-Style Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Spicy jerk-seasoned chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh, sweet mango salsa. This Caribbean-inspired chicken 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 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup ripe mango, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 2 tbsp olive oil, coating all sides. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and charred marks appear.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Mix gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve each breast topped generously with the fresh mango salsa.