Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken Bake
A flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken thighs with the spices of jerk seasoning, sweet pineapple, and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice and beans for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a baking dish.
- Scatter the diced pineapple, sliced bell pepper, and onion around the chicken.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot alongside rice and beans.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the fridge for an hour before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Find it online: https://www.nailzspa.com/jamaican-pineapple-jerk-chicken-bake/