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Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe


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4.9 from 8 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe delivers bold and authentic flavors with a spicy kick. Marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and grilled to perfection, this dish is a true taste of the Caribbean.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks

Jerk Marinade:

  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped (or habanero for milder heat)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 teaspoons ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Jerk Marinade: In a blender, combine green onions, onion, garlic, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, soy sauce, vegetable oil, brown sugar, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Marinating: Place chicken in a bag or dish, pour marinade over, coat well. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Grilling: Preheat grill. Remove chicken from marinade, grill for 30-40 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Serving: Let rest before serving.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, grill over indirect heat and add pimento wood or allspice berries if available.
  • Serve with rice and peas, fried plantains, or a fresh salad.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pieces
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg