Jamaican Jerk Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

These Jamaican Jerk Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional Jamaican jerk chicken. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, including allspice, thyme, and scotch bonnet peppers, then grilled to perfection. The tender and juicy chicken is served in crisp lettuce wraps, topped with fresh mango salsa for a burst of tropical flavor. These wraps are perfect for a light and refreshing meal or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Ingredients for Jamaican Jerk Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

  • 0.38 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 Scotch Bonnet Peppers, Seeded And Minced
  • 3/4 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/4 inch Ginger, Grated
  • 1/2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2.25 E Lettuce Leaves
  • 1/4 cup Mango Salsa
  • as required Optional Toppings: Avocado, Cilantro

Directions: Jamaican Jerk Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients: allspice, thyme, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and olive oil.
  • STEP 2.Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • STEP 3.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • STEP 4.Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken into thin strips.
  • STEP 5.To assemble the lettuce wraps, place a few slices of chicken onto each lettuce leaf. Top with mango salsa and any desired toppings, such as avocado or cilantro.
  • STEP 6.Serve the Jamaican Jerk Chicken Lettuce Wraps as a light and refreshing meal or as an appetizer. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • For extra heat, add more scotch bonnet peppers to the marinade.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a skillet or bake it in the oven.
  • Make sure to choose sturdy lettuce leaves, such as romaine or iceberg, that can hold the filling without tearing.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat the chicken, gently warm it in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
  • Serve the lettuce wraps with additional mango salsa and lime wedges for extra flavor.
Nutrition
value
121
calories per serving
4 g Fat5 g Protein16 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    4g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Carbs
    16g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    16g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    4g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    45mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    361mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    48mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    22mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    44mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    88mg
  • Selenium
    1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp