Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice

Jerk seasoning is super spicy and flavorful, and makes you feel like you’re dining on vacation. My Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice is a delicious reminder of what tropical destinations feel like. I flavor chicken breasts heavily in authentic jerk seasoning, and then saute until juicy and tender. I top it all off with a homemade mango salsa made with lime zest, fresh tomato, and cilantro. This dish is truly a taste of the islands, so create a “stay-cation” at home and make Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice!

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What does Jerk Seasoning Contain?

Jerk seasoning is a wonderful, spicy blend of a multitude of ingredients. Most famously, the Scotch Bonnet pepper is utilized in jerk seasoning to give that familiar intense heat. It is a chili pepper native to Jamaica, however it is also used in a lot of African cooking as well. Jerk seasoning also contains allspice, cloves, cinnamon, scallions, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Different brands have different types of jerk seasoning blends.

Jerk seasoning is very flavorful, and the peppers used make the rub very spicy. Recent studies have shown many health benefits from eating spicy food, including increased heart health! Want more spicy recipes? Check out my BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Avocado Sauce.

Ingredients in Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice

• mango
• Roma tomato
• red onion
• fresh cilantro
• lime zest
• lime juice
• salt
• boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Caribbean jerk seasoning
• extra virgin olive oil
• rice of choice, for serving

How to Make Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa and Rice

To make the salsa: In a medium bowl, stir together the mango, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and salt to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

To make the jerk chicken: Place the chicken breasts and jerk seasoning in a large resealable bag. Seal and shake a few times to evenly coat the chicken. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until done, 4 to 6 minutes per side.

Serve the chicken warm topped with the mango salsa, along with cooked rice of your choice