Cannabis-Infused Jamaican Jerk Chicken Rice Bowl (Made Easy)

Bold jerk spices, caramelized chicken, and fragrant coconut rice come together in a vibrant bowl finished with cannabis-infused lime oil. The infusion rides inside the finishing oil so the flavor stays bright and the dosage stays consistent.

Terpene Pairing & Strain Suggestions

Limonene – enhances citrus and tropical flavors
Caryophyllene – complements jerk spices and heat
Myrcene – deep earthy notes that pair with grilled chicken

Suggested strains:
Lemon Haze • Sour Diesel • Pineapple Express • OG Kush

Step 1 — Decarboxylation

Ingredients

3.5 g cannabis flower

Method

1. Preheat oven to 230°F (110°C)
2. Break cannabis into small pieces
3. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet
4. Bake 35–40 minutes
5. Allow cannabis to cool completely

Step 2 — Cannabis-Infused Lime Oil

Ingredients

½ cup neutral oil
Zest of 1 lime
Decarboxylated cannabis

Method

1. Add oil, lime zest, and cannabis to a small saucepan.
2. Heat gently between 160–180°F.
3. Infuse for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Strain through cheesecloth.
5. Store oil in a sealed glass jar.

Step 3 — Jerk Marinade

Ingredients

1½ lbs chicken thighs
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp cayenne
½ tsp black pepper

Method

1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
2. Add chicken and coat evenly.
3. Marinate 30–60 minutes.

Step 4 — Cook the Chicken

Method

1. Heat skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add marinated chicken.
3. Cook 6–7 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
4. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

Step 5 — Coconut Rice

Ingredients

1 cup jasmine rice
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup water
½ tsp salt

Method

1. Add rice, coconut milk, water, and salt to saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and cover.
4. Simmer 15 minutes.
5. Fluff rice with a fork.

Step 6 — Assemble Bowl

Ingredients

Coconut rice
Sliced jerk chicken
Diced mango
Sliced avocado
Green onions
1 tsp cannabis-infused lime oil

Method

1. Add rice to bowl.
2. Top with sliced jerk chicken.
3. Add mango and avocado.
4. Sprinkle green onions.
5. Drizzle lightly with infused lime oil.