Dairy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavor-packed Dairy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips! Bursting with bold Caribbean-inspired spices like allspice, thyme, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and balanced by zesty lime juice, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, this recipe delivers the perfect harmony of heat and sweetness. Minced Scotch bonnet pepper adds fiery excitement, while fresh garlic and green onions bring depth and aroma. Quick to prep and cooked to golden perfection on a grill or skillet, these tender chicken strips are an allergy-friendly, dairy-free option that doesn’t sacrifice indulgence. Serve them with refreshing mango salsa, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for spicy food enthusiasts seeking a healthy and vibrant dining experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Allspice
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 unit Scotch bonnet pepper, minced
- 2 units Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, about 1-inch wide.
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
Add allspice, dried thyme, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, minced garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, and green onions to the mixture.
Season with salt and black pepper. Mix well to combine into a smooth marinade.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight for richer flavors.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken strips for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), and the chicken is beautifully browned and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked jerk chicken strips to a serving platter.
Serve hot with your choice of mango salsa, rice, or salad, and enjoy the bold flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 862 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 422 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
