Mac Salad, spicy Stewed Jerk Chicken and Garlic Spinach
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Dive into a flavor explosion with this hearty meal combination of creamy Mac Salad, spicy Stewed Jerk Chicken, and savory Garlic Spinach. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this dish brings together comforting elements that only get better the next day. Follow this simple yet delicious recipe and impress your loved ones with your culinary skills.
Ingredients
For the Mac Salad:
๐ 2 cups elbow macaroni
๐ฅ 1/2 cup mayonnaise
๐ฅ 1 cup shredded carrots
๐ง
1/2 cup diced red onion
๐ซ 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
๐ 1 tablespoon lemon juice
๐ง Salt and pepper to taste
For the Stewed Jerk Chicken:
๐ 4 chicken thighs, bone-in
๐ฟ 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
๐ง 2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 onion, sliced
๐ถ๏ธ 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional)
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1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
๐ฅฅ 1 cup coconut milk
๐ฅ 1 tablespoon olive oil
๐ง Salt to taste
For the Garlic Spinach:
๐ฅฌ 4 cups fresh spinach
๐ง 2 cloves garlic, minced
๐ฅ 1 tablespoon olive oil
๐ง Salt to taste
Instructions
1- Prepare the Mac Salad:
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a large bowl, combine macaroni, mayonnaise, shredded carrots, diced red onion, and diced bell peppers.
Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated. Set aside in the refrigerator while you prepare the rest of the meal.
2- Prepare the Stewed Jerk Chicken:
Rub the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more intense flavor.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add minced garlic, sliced onion, and scotch bonnet pepper. Sautรฉ until the onion is translucent.
Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk and return the chicken to the pot.
Cover and let it simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
3- Prepare the Garlic Spinach:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant.
Add the spinach and sautรฉ until wilted. Season with salt to taste.
Prep Time: 20 minutes for mac salad, 15 minutes for chicken, 5 minutes for spinach
Cook Time: 10 minutes for mac salad, 45 minutes for chicken, 5 minutes for spinach
Total Time: 90 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: Approximately 780
Proteins: 40g
Fats: 45g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Equipment: Large pot, frying pan, mixing bowl
Cooking Tips:
- For a spicier kick, add more scotch bonnet peppers to the jerk chicken.
- Prepare the Mac Salad a day ahead for enhanced flavors.
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Flavor Explosion Combo: Mac Salad, Stewed Jerk Chicken, and Garlic Spinach
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