Jerk Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Tender chicken breast, colorful vegetables, and bold homemade jerk seasoning come together in this quick and easy stir fry. Served over fluffy rice, this Caribbean-inspired dinner is packed with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 15 MINUTES
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: STOVETOP
- Cuisine: CARRIBEAN INSPIRED
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Stir Fry
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
For Serving
- 6 cups cooked white rice
- Green onions for garnish
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Toss the chicken with olive oil and jerk seasoning.
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add the peppers, onion, broccoli, and garlic to the skillet. Stir fry until crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet.
- Pour in the sauce and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cook 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over hot rice and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.
Notes
Homemade Jerk Seasoning Blend
If you don’t have store-bought jerk seasoning, combine the following:
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more for extra heat)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Whisk everything together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
- Marinate the chicken in the jerk seasoning for up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
- Add pineapple chunks for a sweet tropical twist.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
- Coconut rice pairs perfectly with the bold jerk flavors.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Find it online: https://www.firsthomelovelife.com/jerk-chicken-stir-fry/