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Caribbean jerk stir fry

Recipe Information

Description:
Caribbean jerk stir fry is a delicious Caribbean recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Caribbean
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 green bell pepper, cubed

  • 1 red bell pepper, cubed

  • ¼ cup onion, sliced

  • ¾ pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut

  • 2 ½ teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning

  • ½ cup plum sauce

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped

Directions

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Sauté the bell peppers and onion in the oil until slightly tender, 5-7 minutes. Remove the pepper and onion from the skillet and set aside.

  • Add the chicken (seasoned with jerk seasoning) and cook and stir the chicken until it is no longer pink inside.

  • Pour the plum sauce in with the chicken. Add the bell peppers and onions; toss to combine.

  • Cook until the peppers and onions are heated completely, 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with soy sauce and chopped peanuts and serve with boiled rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 549 cal

  • Total fat: 21g

  • Cholesterol: 104mg

  • Sodium: 1,621mg

  • Carbohydrate: 41g

  • Fiber: 5g

  • Protein: 44g