Caribbean Jerk Chicken Bowls Tastes Better From Scratch

Why I love this chicken bowl:

Flavorful – The combination of the jerk seasoning, the homemade pineapple sauce, and the mango are so wonderful it will transport you to the Caribbean! Healthy – I am always a fan of all-in-one bowls like this Jerk Chicken Bowl that incorporate a protein, rice or pasta, and veggies for a complete meal! Check out more of my favorites at the end of the post. Crowd Pleaser – “Build-your-own” bowl recipes are always a favorite with a crowd! Everyone has fun making their own with the toppings and sauce available.

How to Make Jerk Chicken Bowls:

Make Pineapple Sauce: Combine the pineapple sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Prepare Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions. I use my instant pot with plain, long-grain white rice if I’m in a hurry, or coconut rice if I have a few extra minutes. When the timer goes off for the rice, add the red beans to the pot and fluff everything with a fork to toss it all together. Return the lid to keep it warm while you cook the chicken. Cook Chicken: Season chicken all over with jerk seasoning. Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, flipping once, until cooked through. You could also cook the chicken on the grill. Sauté Veggies: During the last 2 minutes or so of cooking, add the red bell peppers to the pan to sauté. Serve: Spoon rice and red beans into bowls. Add jerk chicken and some red bell pepper, a scoop of mashed avocado, and a spoonful of fresh mango. Check out my easy tutorial for how to cut a mango! Drizzle a little pineapple sauce on top. Enjoy!

Make Ahead and Storage Instructions

To Make Ahead: The pineapple sauce can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge. I also chop the bell pepper and mango ahead of time. Just keep everything in separate containers in the fridge. To Store: Keep leftovers in the fridge, ideally stored in separate containers. This meal works great as a meal prep lunch or dinner as well!