Ingredients
For the Jerk Chicken:
– 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
– 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 lime, juiced
– 1 tablespoon honey
For the Mango Salsa:
– 1 ripe mango, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, juiced
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Coconut Rice:
– 1 cup jasmine rice
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– 1/2 cup water
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Creating Jerk Chicken Bowls with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice is a rewarding process. Follow these simple steps to make your dish:
For the Jerk Chicken
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, and honey. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. Bake the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
4. Rest the Chicken: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before shredding.
For the Mango Salsa
1. Prepare Ingredients: While the chicken bakes, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.
2. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, then gently toss the ingredients together. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
For the Coconut Rice
1. Rinse the Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Cook Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Add Rice: Stir in the rinsed rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Fluff the Rice: Once cooked, remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Allow it to sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 32g