Jerk Chicken Mango Lime Slaw (Print Version)
Spicy jerk chicken with mango-lime slaw, jasmine rice and avocado for a bright, Caribbean-inspired bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (ensure gluten-free if required)
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Mango Lime Slaw
08 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
09 - 1 large mango, peeled and julienned
10 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
11 - 1/2 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
13 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
14 - 1 tablespoon honey
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For Serving
17 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
18 - 1 avocado, sliced
19 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How to Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until combined. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for intensified flavor.
02 - Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through and slightly charred. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
03 - In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, julienned mango, sliced red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle dressing over the slaw and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange sliced jerk chicken atop the rice, followed by a generous portion of mango lime slaw and avocado slices. Garnish with lime wedges.
05 - Present immediately for optimal freshness and enjoy the vibrant Caribbean flavors.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your hands will smell like lime and ginger and you’ll secretly grin every time you pass the kitchen.
- It’s both fiery and cool, so every bite gives a little surprise – exactly why it’s my go-to for impressing guests.
02 -
- If you skip resting the chicken, all the juices run out and it ends up dry – trust me, I rushed once and regretted it.
- Tossing the slaw hands-on is worth the sticky fingers; forks and spoons just can’t mix it as thoroughly.
03 -
- Always preheat your grill or pan long enough to make sure you get those browned, almost sticky spots on the chicken.
- Cut the mango and avocado right before assembling so every bowl looks fresh and inviting.