Spiced Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Tender chicken marinated in bold Caribbean jerk spices, grilled and served with a refreshing mango salsa for a balance of heat and sweetness. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, allspice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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 and skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 3, chopped scallions
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 small, seeded and minced (optional for heat) scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 large, diced ripe mango
• 1/2, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1, juiced lime
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a food processor or blender, combine 3 chopped scallions, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp allspice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 small minced scotch bonnet pepper (if using), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Blend into a smooth marinade.
2. Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour the jerk marinade over them, coating thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges are slightly charred.
4. Step 4: While chicken grills, mix 1 large diced ripe mango, 1/2 diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, juice of 1 lime, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and stir gently.
5. Step 5: Plate grilled jerk chicken thighs and top with fresh mango salsa. Serve immediately.