Zesty Jamaican Passion Fruit Salsa with BBQ Chicken
Dive into this vibrant dish that marries the sweet and tangy tones of passion fruit with perfectly grilled BBQ chicken for a flavorful feast.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Combine seasoning
In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice.
- 2
Coat the chicken
Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- 3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Passion Fruit Salsa
- 1
Combine produce
In a medium bowl, combine passion fruit pulp, red onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
- 2
Add herbs and lime
Add cilantro and lime juice.
- 3
Season and chill
Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
Tip: Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
How to Make Zesty Jamaican Passion Fruit Salsa with BBQ Chicken
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Grilling the Chicken
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side.
- 2
Making the BBQ Sauce
Combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- 3
Basting the Chicken
In the final minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with BBQ sauce and allow it to caramelize slightly.
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