
Caribbean Jerk Chicken Salad with Mango Salsa and Avocado Cream
About This Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Caribbean-inspired lunch dish, this Paleo jerk chicken salad is packed with succulent grilled chicken, tangy mango salsa, and creamy avocado cream. Perfect for a sunny day, this delightful meal brings a burst of tropical flavors to your plate.
Jerk chicken is a traditional Jamaican dish made by marinating chicken with a unique blend of spices and then grilling it over an open flame.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 2 cups arugula
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
a) In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with allspice, cinnamon, thyme, lime juice, coconut aminos, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. b) Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken thighs until cooked through and slightly charred on both sides. Let them rest for a few minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces. c) In a separate bowl, combine mangoes, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro to make the salsa. Set aside. d) Prepare the avocado cream by mashing the avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper. e) To assemble the salad, place arugula on a serving plate and top with the grilled chicken pieces. Add the mango salsa and finish with a dollop of avocado cream.
Chef's Notes
For a Paleo diet, make sure to use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and honey as the sweetener.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 600 kcal, Protein: 40g, Fat: 35g, Carbohydrates: 25g, Fiber: 7g, Sugars: 9g
