JERK CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE-CILANTRO RICE
Jerk chicken is seasoned with a mixture of thyme, cumin, red-pepper flakes, and garlic. Cool pineapple-cilantro rice balances the chicken's heat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine 1 1/2 teaspoonssalt, 1 teaspoon pepper, thyme, cumin, redpepper, garlic powder, paprika, cloves,nutmeg, allspice, and light-brown sugar.Set spice mixture aside.
- Place 2 chicken breasts between layers ofplastic wrap. Pound chicken to a 1/2-inchthickness. Transfer to a glass baking dish,and repeat with remaining breasts. With allthe spice mixture, rub breasts on both sides.Cover with plastic wrap; chill 30 minutes.
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to aboil. Stir in the rice, and reduce to a simmer.Cook until rice is tender but still firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain; rinse with cool water. Transfer to a bowl, and stir in the pineapple,cilantro, bell pepper, and olive oil. Seasonwith remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoonblack pepper. Cover, and chill.
- Heat a grill or heavy grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken untilit is browned on both sides and cookedthrough, 4 to 5 minutes on each side.Serve with the cooled pineapple rice andlime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 g, Cholesterol 73 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, Sodium 444 g
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[email protected]I love this recipe! The jerk seasoning is perfect, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. The rice is also delicious, and it's the perfect side dish for the chicken.
robin harris
[email protected]This was my first time making jerk chicken and it turned out great! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was fluffy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Nazirullah Khan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the rice is the perfect side dish. I highly recommend this recipe!
Toh rules
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce people to Jamaican cuisine. The chicken is flavorful and juicy, and the rice is fluffy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make Jamaican dish.
Seth Comedy
[email protected]I love this recipe! The jerk seasoning is perfect, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. The rice is also delicious, and it's the perfect side dish for the chicken.
Robert Green
[email protected]This was my first time making jerk chicken and it turned out great! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was fluffy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Hafiz Shafqat
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the rice is the perfect side dish. I highly recommend this recipe!
SALEEM AHMAD
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was flavorful and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make Jamaican dish.
Kayode Oyeyemi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this dish was surprisingly mild. The pineapple and cilantro rice helped to balance out the heat of the jerk seasoning. I would definitely make this again.
Mangala Jayanath
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Suhagi Akter
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pineapple-cilantro rice was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.