Jerk Chicken & Mango Slaw Bowls with Honey Lime Cream 🥭🐔😋 – Tropical flavors explode in your mouth!
Ingredients:
For the Jerk Chicken:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade – see note below)
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Mango Slaw:
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
For the Honey Lime Cream:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Jerk Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes, olive oil, jerk seasoning, allspice, nutmeg, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred, about 6-8 minutes.
3. Make the Mango Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the red cabbage, green cabbage, mango, carrots, red onion, and cilantro.
4. Prepare the Honey Lime Cream: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, and cilantro.
5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the mango slaw among four bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked jerk chicken and a generous dollop of honey lime cream.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Note: To make your own jerk seasoning, combine equal parts ground allspice, scotch bonnet peppers (or other chili peppers), thyme, and brown sugar. Add a pinch of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Adjust the quantities to your liking for heat and sweetness.