Jerk Chicken and Pasta

Recipe View Marinate the Chicken: Generously rub the chicken breasts with 2 teaspoons of jerk paste, ensuring they are fully coated. Place the marinated chicken in a shallow dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate. (1 hour +)

Recipe View Prepare the Grill: Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Once heated, lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.

Recipe View Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for approximately 8 to 10 minutes per side, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and set aside to keep warm.

Recipe View Cook the Pasta: While the chicken is grilling, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the egg noodles and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender yet firm to the bite (al dente). Once cooked, drain the pasta thoroughly.

Recipe View Make the Sauce: As the noodles cook, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Stir in the chicken stock, dry white wine, and chopped fresh cilantro. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of jerk paste, along with salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze the juice from half of the lime quarters into the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy whipping cream. Simmer, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Avoid letting the sauce boil after adding the cream.

Recipe View Combine and Serve: Add the drained, cooked egg noodles to the saucepan with the creamy jerk sauce. Toss gently to coat the noodles evenly. Divide the pasta among four serving plates and top each portion with a grilled chicken breast. Squeeze the juice from the remaining lime quarters over the chicken and pasta. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and serve immediately.