Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Cilantro Salsa

Name: Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Cilantro Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 onion, coarsely chopped; 2 scallion, coarsely chopped; 1 large Scotch bonnet pepper, stem and seeds removed; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg; Pinch ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 4 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in; 4 drumsticks, skin on; (recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay); 2 mangoes, peeled and diced; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 scallion, coarsely chopped
1 large Scotch bonnet pepper, stem and seeds removed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
Pinch ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
4 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
4 drumsticks, skin on
(recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay)
2 mangoes, peeled and diced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Puree all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a food processor until almost smooth.
2
Piece the chicken with a fork to make tiny holes.
3
Place the chicken in a large shallow baking dish and rub the marinade into the chicken.
4
Cover and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours, depending on how intense you want the flavor to be.
5
Preheat grill.
6
Grill chicken on each side for 5 to 6 minutes or until cooked through.
7
Combine the mangoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and orange juice in a bowl and gently mix.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

533

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 onion, coarsely chopped, 2 scallion, coarsely chopped, 1 large Scotch bonnet pepper, stem and seeds removed, and more.

Yes, Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Cilantro Salsa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Cilantro Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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