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Jerk Chicken Recipe

Jerk Chicken Recipe: Spicy and Flavorful

Classic Jerk Chicken with spicy, flavorful taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Jerk Marinade:
  • 4 scallions chopped
  • 1 –2 Scotch bonnet peppers seeded
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Chicken:
  • 4 lbs chicken pieces drumsticks, thighs
  • Optional: Lime wedges scallions
  • Suggested Pairings: Rice and peas cold beer

Instructions
 

  • Blend scallions, peppers, garlic, onion, ginger, soy sauce, oil, vinegar, sugar, thyme, spices, and lime juice. Taste and adjust.
  • Marinate chicken 4+ hours, preferably overnight.
  • Grill 25–30 min or bake at 375°F for 35–40 min (165°F internal).
  • Rest 5–10 min.
  • Serve on a white ceramic platter with lime, scallions, rice, and beer.

Notes

  • Use gloves for peppers.
  • Store in fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Try a vegan or milder variation.
  • Pair with coleslaw.