GRILLED JERK CHICKEN WITH MANGO SALSA

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If you don't like Jerk chicken or spicy dishes, this chicken recipe might not be for you. But if you do like spicy, this is for you. We used three jalapenos in the mango salsa and found it quite spicy (and we like spice). Adjust the jalapenos to suit your heat tolerance. The marinade has all the classic flavors of jerk chicken...

Provided by Angela Gray

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 Tbsp ground allspice
1 Tbsp dried thyme
1 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tsp ground sage
3/4 tsp ground nutmeg
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp fresh garlic, pressed
1 Tbsp sugar
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1/4 c soy sauce, light
3/4 c white vinegar
1/2 c orange juice, fresh
1 lime, juiced
1 Scotch Bonnet or jalapeno pepper, finely chopped *see note
3 green onions
1 c onion, finely chopped
4-6 chicken breast, split and pounded *see note
MANGO SALSA
2 ripe mangoes
1 medium onions, vidalia, peeled and chopped
3 fresh tomatillos, chopped
3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
3-6 fresh jalapenos, chopped *see note
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
sea salt, to taste
2 limes, juiced

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, add chopped onions, green onions, garlic, and Scotch Bonnet.
  • 2. Toss the seasoning with the chopped vegetables.
  • 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, vinegar, orange juice, and lime juice.
  • 4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the vegetables and spices. Stir until combined well.
  • 5. Reserve 1 cup of the marinade for basting during grilling.
  • 6. Add chicken to marinade and cover for at least an hour. For best results, marinate overnight or for 8 hours.
  • 7. MANGO SALSA DIRECTIONS: In a food processor add chopped onion, jalapeno pepper scraped of white membrane and seeds and tomatillos.
  • 8. Process until almost finely grated stage. Scrape out into a quart-size bowl or bigger.
  • 9. Next, add the chopped tomatoes and chopped green pepper to the food processor. Process until chunky. Add these to the quart bowl.
  • 10. Next, add the mango to the food processor and process until very chunky. Add to the rest of the ingredients in bowl.
  • 11. Lastly, using a knife, finely chop the cilantro and add to the vegetable mixture in bowl. Then add the fresh lime juice and sea salt.
  • 12. Mix well. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • 13. Pre-heat your grill and remove chicken from marinade. Grill 8-10 minutes on each side or until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • 14. Baste chicken while grilling with reserved marinade. Grilling time will depend on the thickness of the chicken.
  • 15. Serve with Mango Salsa, black beans and rice, and grilled sweet potato halve.
  • 16. *You may use this salsa alone as an appetizer with tortilla chips. This is our friends' favorite salsa and is highly requested!
  • 17. *NOTE* *WARNING* Scotch Bonnet Peppers (habanero) and jalapeno peppers must be handled properly or they can cause burning and irritation to skin and eyes. If you cannot handle very, very hot and spicy food then skip the scotch bonnets and use the jalapeno. You must wear gloves when chopping the peppers, the peppers have oil's that will stay on your skin and most likely will get in your eyes, not to mention burn your skin! You may even need to wear a mask because of the fumes from the peppers.
  • 18. NOTE *Depending on the size and thickness of your chicken breast you may need to split the boneless breast and then pound them down to around an inch in thickness.

Md. Majharul Islam
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The jerk seasoning gives the chicken a unique flavor, and the mango salsa is a refreshing addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Hayden Thompson
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a big batch of jerk chicken the other night, and I used the leftovers to make this dish. It was just as good as the first time I made it.


Magdalene Anim
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The jerk seasoning gives the chicken a delicious flavor, and the mango salsa is a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Catherine Patin
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. The jerk seasoning is flavorful without being too spicy, and the mango salsa is a great way to add some freshness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayoush Halak
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This recipe is a great way to add some Jamaican flavor to your next cookout. The jerk seasoning is easy to make, and the chicken cooks up quickly on the grill. The mango salsa is also a nice touch, and it adds a bit of sweetness to the dish.


Ken Sarna
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken turned out dry and tough. The mango salsa was good, but it couldn't save the chicken.


Dulal Biswas
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The jerk seasoning gives the chicken a unique flavor, and the mango salsa is a refreshing addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Crookevalley Cattery
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a big batch of jerk chicken the other night, and I used the leftovers to make this dish. It was just as good as the first time I made it.


Ilhaam Vuka
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was dry and the mango salsa was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Athula Pushpakumara
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said the chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the mango salsa was a nice touch. I'll probably make it again, but I'll use less jerk seasoning next time.


Mobeen Khan
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I loved this dish. The jerk seasoning was flavorful without being too spicy, and the mango salsa was a great way to cool it down. I will definitely be making this again.


Saifi Bhatti
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out perfect. The mango salsa was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Marcus batchelor
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the jerk chicken and the mango salsa. I will definitely be making this again.


Morgen
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the mango salsa was the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Adnan Chowdhuri
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the mango salsa is so refreshing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mahmoud 1995
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and tender, and the mango salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Serenity Lyons
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I'm not usually a fan of jerk chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade was so flavorful, and the chicken cooked up perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


sobuj
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this dish. The jerk seasoning gives the chicken a nice kick, while the mango salsa cools it down. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Bibi Almas
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This grilled jerk chicken with mango salsa was a hit at my last BBQ! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the mango salsa added a refreshing sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.