Mango Jerk Chicken Skewers Juicy chicken skewers marinated in a zesty jerk sauce with tropical mango grilled to perfection for a burst of island flavors.
Tropical Mango Jerk Chicken Skewers
Description
Mango Jerk Chicken Skewers
Bring the flavors of the Caribbean to your backyard with these Tropical Mango Jerk Chicken Skewers. This recipe combines tender chicken marinated in a spicy and aromatic jerk sauce with the sweetness of fresh mango. Grilled to perfection, these skewers offer a delightful balance of heat and sweetness that will transport you to a tropical paradise. Serve them as an appetizer at your next barbecue or as a main dish paired with a refreshing salad or coconut rice.
Quick Tips:
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
For a more intense flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Use fresh, ripe mangoes for the best sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the Marinade
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, jerk seasoning, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
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Assemble the Skewers
- Preheat the grill to 200°C (392°F).
- Thread the marinated chicken, mango cubes, red bell pepper squares, and red onion squares alternately onto the skewers.
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Grill the Skewers
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill.
- Grill for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
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Serve
- Garnish the skewers with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- Calories from Fat 100kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11g17%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Trans Fat 75g
- Cholesterol 600mg200%
- Sodium 500mg21%
- Potassium 25mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 20g80%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 1500g3000%
- Vitamin A 60 IU
- Vitamin C 30 mg
- Calcium 2 mg
- Iron 1 mg
- Vitamin D 2 IU
- Vitamin E 10 IU
- Vitamin K 0.2 mcg
- Thiamin 0.2 mg
- Riboflavin 0.2 mg
- Niacin 10 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.7 mg
- Folate 30 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.3 mcg
- Biotin 5 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 1 mg
- Phosphorus 200 mg
- Iodine 10 g
- Magnesium 40 mmol
- Zinc 1 mcg
- Selenium 15 mg
- Copper 0.2 mg
- Manganese 0.5 mg
- Chromium 10 mcg
- Molybdenum 10 mg
- Chloride 300 mmol
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with firm tofu or paneer.
