CARIBBEAN JERK CHICKEN WITH FRESH FRUIT SALSA

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Can't be in the tropics but you'll feel like you are when you're enjoying this salsa made with tropical fresh sweet mangoes, papaya, crisp red peppers and ginger mixed with aromatic spices and herbs topping the grilled jerk chicken that is well seasoned with the same mixture of herbs and spices.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Chicken

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 lbs chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lime, juice and zest of
2 1/2 ounces minced red onions
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated gingerroot
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley or 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon scotch bonnet pepper, minced (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb diced fresh papaya (two cups)
1 mango, peeled cored and diced
1/2 cup diced red pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the Spice Mixture in a mini food processor pulsing to a chunky mixture. Or finely chop all together.
  • Coat chicken with 1 1/2 tablespoons of mixture rubbing in and marinade for 1/2-1 hour in refrigerator.
  • Add the rest of the spice mixture to the salsa ingredients. Chill.
  • Heat grill to medium high.
  • Rub the chicken with the oil.
  • Place on hot grill and cook 4-5 minutes pre side till done. Depending on how thick the breasts are. May be pan fried or broiled as well.
  • Plate chicken and top generously with salsa.
  • Serve with rice or on a bed of salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.8, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 297.7, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 16.3, Protein 49

ALOZIE JAHSON
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This is the best jerk chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is moist and succulent, and the jerk flavor is out of this world. I highly recommend this recipe.


Binod Lama
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This recipe is incredible! The jerk chicken is so flavorful and juicy, and the salsa is the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Wajid Rana
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I'm not usually a fan of jerk chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade is perfectly balanced, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. The salsa is also delicious and really complements the jerk flavor.


Fahim Hassan
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This recipe is a total game-changer! The jerk chicken is so flavorful and juicy, and the salsa is the perfect accompaniment. I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ram pd, Acharya
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the jerk flavor is perfect. I love serving it with the fresh fruit salsa.


larry walton
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the jerk flavor is incredible.


Owoeye Ayodeji
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This recipe is delicious! The jerk marinade is perfect, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. The salsa is also a great addition.


Prashant Gaming
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This was an excellent recipe. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salsa was a great complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Naseem Achakzai
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the jerk flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Iycis Shelton
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa is a great addition. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nkanyezi Makate
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I've tried many jerk chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The marinade is incredibly flavorful, and it really penetrates the chicken. The chicken comes out so tender and juicy, and the jerk flavor is perfect.


Joanne Fagan
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This jerk chicken recipe is a total winner! The flavors are bold and authentic, and the chicken is moist and juicy. I served it with the fresh fruit salsa, which was a perfect complement. My family loved it!


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