Zesty Caribbean Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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A vibrant Caribbean-inspired jerk chicken served with a fresh pineapple salsa that balances spice with sweetness. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thighs
2 tbsp jerk seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub 4 chicken thighs evenly with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 2 tbsp olive oil, coating all sides thoroughly. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until cooked through and skin is slightly crisp.
Step 2: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Stir gently until mixed and let the flavors meld while chicken roasts.
Step 3: Once chicken is done, let rest for 5 minutes. Serve the jerk chicken topped with the pineapple salsa, allowing the sweet and spicy flavors to complement each other.