Caribbean Jerk Chicken Bowl with Coconut Rice and Fresh Toppings

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (thighs will give you juicier results)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1-2 scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and chopped (adjust based on how spicy you like it)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh tastes amazing, but canned works too)
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving
• Spicy mayo or yogurt sauce
• Your favorite hot sauce
• Pickled red onions