Description
Jerk Chicken & Mango Slaw Bowls with Honey Lime Cream is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the best of Caribbean cuisine to your table. This recipe combines juicy, grilled chicken seasoned with spicy jerk spices and a refreshing mango slaw made from fresh vegetables. Topped with a creamy honey lime dressing, this bowl is perfect for family dinners or summer gatherings. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it balances health and indulgence while promising to impress guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 mango, diced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Season chicken thighs with jerk seasoning and olive oil; coat evenly.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature at least 165°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced mango, shredded cabbage, sliced bell pepper, and cilantro.
- For the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over slaw mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Slice grilled chicken and serve over the slaw.
- Drizzle extra dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the slaw by adding seasonal veggies or fruits like carrots or pineapple for added crunch and flavor. To make this meal even healthier, serve it over quinoa or brown rice.