Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

scotch bonnet peppers

seeded and chopped

4 unit

green scallion

chopped

1 unit

onion

chopped

4 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh thyme leaves

chopped

2 tsp

ground allspice

2 tsp

ground cinnamon

2 tsp

ground nutmeg

2 tsp

ground ginger

2 tsp

black pepper

2 tbsp

salt

3 unit

lime

Juice of

1 cup

white vinegar

0.5 cup

olive oil

0.5 cup

water

1 pound

chicken breasts

boneless skinless

1 pound

jerk-marinated chicken breasts

1 unit

mango

pitted, peeled, and chopped

1 unit

lime

Juice of

0.25 tsp

cayenne pepper

7 unit

corn tortilla chips

8 unit

Monterey Jack cheese

shredded

Step 1
~6 min

Whisk marinade ingredients in a bowl.

Step 2
~6 min

Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 3
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 4
~6 min

Grill chicken over medium heat until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 5
~6 min

Let the chicken cool and shred it with a fork.

Step 6
~6 min

Puree mango, lime juice, and cayenne into a slaw-like texture.

Step 7
~6 min

Layer tortilla chips in a 9x13-inch pan.

Step 8
~6 min

Distribute chicken and mango mixture over chips.

Step 9
~6 min

Cover with shredded cheese.

Step 10
~6 min

Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Step 11
~6 min

Serve with pico de gallo and guacamole.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of scotch bonnet peppers to control the spice level.

Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
May be challenging for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pico de gallo and guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Black beans
Rice and peas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Jamaica

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Jamaica.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Game day
Party
BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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