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Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa

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Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa

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I want you to sit back and think of beautiful blue oceans, white beaches and chilling in the shade. Why? Because today I’m taking you to Jamaica baby, with my Jerk Chicken Bowl!

Jerk Chicken Bowl

Jerk Chicken Bowl is a little sweet, a little spicy and full of BIG flavor!

Well, I’m not taking you to Jamaica literally – but we’re going to do the next best thing and I’ve enlisted the help of my neighbors at Valley Fig Growers to help me! Valley Fig Growers, aka Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid Growers!

California Fig Spread

Orchard Choice California Fig Spread with Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice Mission Figlets

And I’m super excited to share this new recipe with you!

You know Valley Fig Growers right? They are my neighbors located right here in in the Central Valley in Fresno.

Today I’m going to share with you a recipe I developed using their awesome California Figs!

Because this is one of my recipes you know it’s super easy and incredibly delicious with BIG flavor! Let me introduce (drumroll please!) Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa! Ta-da!!! 😎

Easy jerk chicken bowl!

Grab your fork and I’ll show you how easy this jerk chicken bowl is to make!

If you’ve never had traditional “jerk” flavors, here’s what to expect. Jerk Flavor is a mixture of smokey heat and sweetness. The heat comes from scotch bonnet peppers. These peppers are insanely hot, so a little goes a long ways. They have a fruity, unique flavor. The sweetness comes from the California Fig Spread. It’s a perfect combination and together makes an easy marinade for the jerk chicken.

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Can’t find scotch bonnet peppers? You can substitute with habanero or Thai chili peppers. These peppers are HOT – protect your hands and do not touch your eyes. Be SURE to wash your hands immediately after handling them!

Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa!

Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa!

For this recipe I used chicken thighs, but if you prefer white meat, switch it out and use your favorite. The salsa has California Figs, mango and Fresno chilies. It mimics the flavors of the marinade with hints of warm spices.

Big flavor? Yes! But don’t worry, it’s not too hot. (If you like bigger heat – just toss in an extra pepper or two!)

California Fig Spread

Jerk Chicken Bowl made with Orchard Choice California Fig Spread and Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice Mission Figlets!

Be sure to head over to the Valley Fig Growers website and pick out your favorite California Figs to make this amazing meal!

Now let’s get cooking!

Jerk Chicken Bowl
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Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa

Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa - I'm transporting you to the Caribbean with this easy meal. Sweet & spicy flavors combine in this easy marinade. Big flavor and an easy meal!
Course Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine Caribbean
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 590kcal
Author Deb Clark

Ingredients

  • 6-8 chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup Orchard Choice California Fig Spread
  • 3 green onions roughly chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper stem removed, roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  • Roughly chop the green onions and mince the garlic. Add to a blender or food processor.
  • Remove the stem from the pepper and the seeds and membranes, but be careful handling the pepper. Touching the pepper/touching your eyes will burn! Roughly chop the pepper, add it to the blender.
  • Add all of the remaining ingredients to the blender with the exception of the chicken. Blend until smooth and all ingredients are combined. Pour into a ziplock bag. Add the chicken thighs. Marinade for 3-4 hour or overnight.
  • When you are ready to grill, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Allow to come to room temperature before grilling.
  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • Grill until cooked thru and juices run clear. Dice into bite sized pieces. Serve topped with California Fig Salsa over rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 590kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 604mg | Potassium: 322mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 7.4mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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California Fig Salsa

California Figs, mango and warm island spices combine for this easy salsa. So yummy, you're going to love these flavors! Got leftovers? Stir it into Greek Yogurt for an delicious satisfying breakfast or snack!
Course Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine Caribbean
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300kcal
Author Deb Clark

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup California Figs stems removed, chopped
  • 3/4 cup mango diced
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp allspice
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 red jalepeno pepper seeded, membrane removed, diced
  • 1 lime zested and juiced

Instructions

  • Dice the figs and the mango. Thinly slice the green onions. Zest and juice the lime. Remove the stem from the pepper, seeds and membrane - dice.
  • Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and mix throughly. Top over jerk chicken bowl and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 849mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 1730IU | Vitamin C: 86.5mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 2.8mg

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Jerk Chicken Bowl

Easy Jerk Chicken Bowl

Since you’ve gotten this far that means you like big flavor like I do, so let me suggest a couple more recipes!

First up Ja Makin’ Me Crazy Mango Jam – using mangos and a touch of raspberries, this jam combines making a serene color transporting you to a tranquil Caribbean sunset!

Not in a bowl, but I can tell these bites really pack in the flavor – Cuban Sliders! Perfect for tailgating or any gathering they have big flavor and are easy make ahead dish! Cuban Sliders are definitely a family favorite!

I hope you enjoyed your Caribbean Sea cruise with all of these delicious island flavors! Be sure to try this yummy recipe and swing back by and let me know what you think!

p.s. Got leftover salsa? Stir it into Greek Yogurt for an delicious satisfying breakfast or snack!

Jerk Chicken Bowl

Jerk Chicken Bowl with California Fig Salsa – big flavor in each delicious bite!

About Bowl Me Over

Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties. In the summer I help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Let's stay connected, you can email me at [email protected] and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Comments

  1. Liza says

    5 stars
    Mmmmm! Give me a fork! I just want to dig in right into that photo on the screen! 🙂 🙂 🙂 Love this recipe! Not only I love everything fig, I also love all sorts of sweet-and-sour tasting dishes. I’d never think of adding figs to the chicken, but it just makes so much sense! Genious! Thanks, Debra!

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    • Bowl Me Over says

      Thank you so much Liza!!! It really is a wonderful recipe – I just love figs and they are the perfect with this easy meal – love the big flavors and spice too, yum!!!

      Reply

  5. Jane says

    Oh my! My mouth LITERALLY started watering as I read the title of this recipe! How’s that for the power of the mind?!
    Gorgeous recipe, I’m looking forward to trying it 🙂
    Jane x

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    • Bowl Me Over says

      I’m so happy you stopped by to check it out Debi! It’s really one of our new favorites. I love how easy it is but all of that big flavor, LOVE IT!! I hope you do too!

      Reply

  19. Erica Schwarz says

    I just saw figs in the weekly flyer for my store, and they look so good but I never know what to do with them. Now I do – this looks incredible.

    Reply

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