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Ayesha Curry's Jerk-Rubbed Chicken Skewers With Mango Salsa

Ayesha Curry's Jerk-Rubbed Chicken Skewers With Mango Salsa
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Everyone appreciates the heat, even Ayesha Curry. This spicy jerk chicken recipe brings all the bold flavors and spice of the classic Caribbean cuisine, which is tempered through a fresh salsa.This recipe is courtesy of National Mango Board and Ayesha Curry.
Servings
4
servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cup chopped mango
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely diced jalapeno
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound cubed chicken breast
  • skewers (soaked in water)
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients.
  2. Let sit and allow flavors to meld while you prepare the chicken.
  3. Mix together the garlic, olive oil and the next 9 ingredients in a bowl.
  4. Coat cubed chicken well with the rub.
  5. Marinate for 30 minutes or more.
  6. Skewer 4–6 pieces of chicken per stick.
  7. Cook on a grill pan at medium high heat.
  8. Turn frequently to avoid burning.
  9. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until juices run clear.
  10. Plate the chicken on or off the skewer and spoon the mango salsa on top.
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