Jerk Chicken Arepa — Gluten-Free Jamaican Dinner
Category: Simple Meals | ⏱ Ready in 15 minutes | Naturally gluten-free
What You Need
2 Zavor & Co gluten-free arepas
2 chicken thighs, boneless
2 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lime, halved
Fresh cilantro to garnish
How to Make It
Coat chicken thighs with jerk seasoning and a drizzle of olive oil.
Cook in a hot skillet over medium-high heat, 7 minutes per side until cooked through.
Rest 2 minutes, then slice.
Toast arepas on high in the toaster, 2–3 cycles.
Top warm arepa with sliced jerk chicken, a squeeze of lime, and fresh cilantro.
About This Recipe
Jerk seasoning comes from Jamaica — a fiery blend of scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, thyme, and garlic that's been smoking and marinating chicken for centuries. On a Colombian arepa, it's a Caribbean meeting that makes complete sense.
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