Jerk Chicken Bowls with Pineapple Black Bean Salsa
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with these Jerk Chicken Bowls, featuring juicy jerk-seasoned chicken paired with a refreshing pineapple black bean salsa. This easy-to-make dish offers a delightful balance of spicy and sweet, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve over rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal that will impress both your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts generously with jerk seasoning on all sides.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple chunks, black beans, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to prepare the salsa.
- Slice grilled chicken and layer over rice or quinoa in serving bowls. Top with pineapple black bean salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 80mg