Description
These Jerk Chicken and Mango Slaw Bowls with Honey Lime Cream offer a vibrant and flavorful combination. Tender, spicy jerk-seasoned chicken is paired with a refreshing mango and cabbage slaw, all topped with a tangy honey lime yogurt sauce. This fresh, colorful dish is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal bursting with Caribbean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
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)
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ 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
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
For the Honey Lime Cream:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the cubed chicken breasts with olive oil, jerk seasoning, ground allspice, nutmeg, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat all pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the marinated chicken cubes in a single layer, cooking them for about 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Mango Slaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, green cabbage, diced mango, shredded carrots, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently yet thoroughly to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Make the Honey Lime Cream: In a small bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, and chopped cilantro until smooth and well combined. Adjust sweetness or tartness to taste.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the mango slaw evenly into 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl with the grilled jerk chicken and finish with a generous dollop of honey lime cream over the top.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and slaw is fresh for the best flavor contrast. Enjoy this vibrant, tropical-inspired meal full of bold and refreshing tastes.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for up to 2 hours enhances the flavor but even a 30-minute marinade works well.
- To adjust heat, omit the cayenne pepper or increase it depending on your spice preference.
- Use ripe mango for the slaw to get the perfect balance of sweetness and juiciness.
- If you don’t have a grill pan, a regular skillet or outdoor grill works fine.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat chicken separately to avoid soggy slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling / Pan Searing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Jerk chicken, mango slaw, Caribbean recipe, honey lime cream, grilled chicken bowls, healthy chicken recipe
