Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

honey

1 tbsp

lime juice

1 cup

pineapple

finely diced

0.33 cup

English cucumber

finely diced and seeded

1 tbsp

fresh mint leaves

chopped

4 tsp

olive oil

4 unit

chicken breast halves

skinless, boneless, pounded to 1/2-inch thick

1 cup

scallion

chopped

12 unit

scotch bonnet peppers

seeded and finely minced

1 unit

garlic

minced

1 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

1 tsp

allspice

1.5 tsp

fresh thyme

0.5 cup

low sodium chicken broth

2 tbsp

reduced sodium soy sauce

2 tbsp

lime juice

Step 1
~4 min

Whisk together honey and lime juice in a small bowl to create the salsa dressing.

Step 2
~4 min

Combine diced pineapple, cucumber, and chopped mint in a medium bowl.

Step 3
~4 min

Pour the honey-lime dressing over the pineapple mixture and toss to combine. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the pounded chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for approximately 10 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and fully cooked.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil to the same skillet.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir in the chopped scallions, minced scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, minced garlic, grated ginger, allspice, and thyme.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook the mixture for about 3 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the chicken broth and soy sauce to the skillet and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, approximately 3 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in the remaining lime juice into the sauce.

Step 12
~4 min

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and coat thoroughly with the jerk sauce.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve the chicken with the prepared pineapple salsa on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of pepper to your spice preference.

Serve with rice and beans for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The salsa can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and peas.

Serve with grilled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Plantains

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Jerk is a traditional Caribbean spice blend.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Summer Parties

Occasion Tags

Summer
BBQ
Party
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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