Description
Jerk Chicken & Mango Slaw Bowls are a vibrant and refreshing meal that brings the tropical flavors of the Caribbean to your dining table. The tender, marinated chicken is perfectly grilled or pan-seared to achieve a delightful char, while the mango slaw adds a burst of sweetness and crunch. Topped with a creamy honey lime sauce, this dish is not only visually appealing but also nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or gatherings, these bowls are sure to impress with their explosive flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken cubes with olive oil, jerk seasoning, allspice, nutmeg, cayenne pepper (if desired), salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- In another bowl, mix red cabbage, green cabbage, diced mango, shredded carrots, chopped red onion, and cilantro until combined.
- For the honey lime cream, whisk Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, and cilantro in a small bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by layering mango slaw at the bottom, topping with jerk chicken and a dollop of honey lime cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Longer marination (up to 2 hours) enhances flavor. Adjust spice levels by modifying cayenne pepper in jerk seasoning. Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor; use ripe mangoes for sweetness.