Description
Experience a burst of Caribbean flavors with our Jerk Chicken Bowl with Pineapple Salsa. This vibrant dish combines smoky jerk-seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, and a refreshing pineapple salsa that adds a sweet twist. Perfect for casual dinners or impressing guests, this bowl is not just a meal—it’s a culinary adventure. With healthy ingredients packed into every bite and the option to customize it to your liking, you can easily make this dish your own. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a quick dinner solution, this recipe delivers bold tastes while being easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or coconut rice)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Slice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, chopped onion, bell pepper, minced jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to create the salsa.
- Assemble your bowl by adding cooked rice as a base followed by sliced chicken and pineapple salsa. Top with avocado slices.
- Garnish with lime wedges and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate for longer than 30 minutes. Customize the bowl with black beans for added protein or use quinoa instead of rice for a healthier alternative.