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Jerk Chicken Bowl with Pineapple Salsa

Delicious Jerk Chicken Bowl with Pineapple Salsa for Quick Dinners

Savor the tropical flavors of a Jerk Chicken Bowl with Pineapple Salsa, perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Jerk Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice can substitute with lemon juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
  • 1 Scotch Bonnet or Habanero Pepper adjust quantity for heat
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups White Rice or brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple (diced) or canned pineapple in juice
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion (diced)
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Grill pan or skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine jerk seasoning, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the pineapple salsa. In another bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Stir and refrigerate.
  3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken thighs and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until charred and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
  4. Prepare white rice according to package instructions. Bring liquid to a boil, stir in rice, cover, and simmer until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Assemble bowls with a scoop of rice, sliced jerk chicken, and a hearty spoonful of pineapple salsa. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for better flavor. Adjust spice levels according to preference.

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