Jerk Chicken and Pasta
Jerk Chicken and Pasta pairs smoky, peppery grilled chicken with a silky sauce kissed with jerk spice, lime, and fresh cilantro. The heat from the paste plays against a rich cream finish, while white wine and stock add depth. It’s a lively dinner that feels special enough for guests yet comforting for a weeknight.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Jerk Chicken and Pasta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 71 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Make the chicken: Rub the chicken with jerk paste and place it in a shallow dish. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 3
Grill the chicken on the preheated grill until the center is no longer pink and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- 4
While the chicken cooks, make the pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain.
- 5
While the noodles cook, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the stock, wine, chopped cilantro, jerk paste, salt, and pepper. Squeeze 1/2 of the lime quarters into the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes; do not let it boil. Add the cooked egg noodles to the pan and toss with the cream sauce until coated and warm.
- 6
Divide the noodles among four serving plates and top with the grilled chicken. Squeeze the remaining lime quarters over the top and garnish with cilantro sprigs.
- Calories 636.98 kcal High 32%
- Protein 36.39 g Good Source 73%
- Carbohydrate 70.29 g 26%
- Total Fat 19.8 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 7.17 g High 36%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 205.77 mg High 69%
- Sodium 446.17 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 4.16 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 3.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.33 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 63.48 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 3.22 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 254.91 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 15.61 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 15.89 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Jerk Chicken and Pasta is a Jamaican dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Stock, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, and Heavy Cream. Each serving provides about 636.98 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jerk Chicken and Pasta?
- It is a Jamaican pasta recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Jerk Chicken and Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Stock, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Heavy Cream, Jerk Seasoning. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Jerk Chicken and Pasta?
- Explore these Jamaican side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Jerk Chicken and Pasta?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 636.98 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jerk Chicken and Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Jerk Chicken and Pasta healthy?
- Jerk Chicken and Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 636.98 calories and 36.39 g of protein, or 73% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 446.17 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.17 g (36% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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