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 cup vegetable oil; 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped; 3 scallions, coarsely chopped; 2 Scotch bonnet pepper, stem and seeds removed; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated; 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/4 cup 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; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 8 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in; 8 drumsticks, skin on; Mango Cilantro Salsa, recipe follows

Servings: persons

1 cup vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
3 scallions, coarsely chopped
2 Scotch bonnet pepper, stem and seeds removed
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup 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
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
8 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
8 drumsticks, skin on
Mango Cilantro Salsa, recipe follows

1
Puree all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a food processor until almost smooth.
2
Pierce 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
3 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
8
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
9
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
10
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
11
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
12
3 tablespoons lime juice
13
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
14
1 teaspoon honey
15
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
16
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and let sit 30 minutes at room temperature.

948

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup vegetable oil, 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped, 3 scallions, coarsely chopped, 2 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!