Caribbean-Inspired Chicken Bowls
Servings: 4 bowls
Ingredients
For the Jerk-Inspired Chicken:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon all spice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoonground ginger
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Quick Mango Salsa:
- 2 cups medium-diced mango
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon finely minced jalapeno seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice or 1 lime
- Pinch of salt
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups prepared brown rice
- 1 can black beans heated
- Plantain chips
- Sliced avocado
- Lime wedges for serving
- Cilantro leaves for topping
- Hot sauce if desired
Instructions
Make the Chicken:
- In a small bowl combine all of the seasonings and stir to combine. Pat dry the chicken thighs and season on both sides.
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest before slicing.
Make the Salsa:
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl combine all of the mango salsa ingredients and toss to combine.
To assemble:
- To assemble the bowls, add rice, black beans, and mango salsa to a bowl. Top with the sliced chicken and serve with sliced avocado, plantain chips, a squeeze of lime, and top with fresh cilantro! Oh, and some hot sauce if you’re feelin’ it!
Nutrition
Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 786mg | Potassium: 834mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1114IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 3mg