Description
Caribbean Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa is a vibrant dish that delivers an unforgettable flavor experience. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a savory jerk seasoning blend, grilled to perfection, and topped with a refreshing pineapple salsa that balances spicy and sweet notes. Ideal for summer barbecues or casual gatherings, this dish brings the tropical essence of the Caribbean right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust based on heat preference)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Blend garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lime juice in a food processor until smooth.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least one hour or overnight for more flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While grilling, mix pineapple chunks, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to create the salsa.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after grilling before serving topped with pineapple salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g) with salsa
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg