Sticky, tangy, chicken. Who needs anything else? Jamaican Jerk Chicken is so easy to prepare with a marinade made in advance. Leaving it to absorb into the chicken overnight means when it comes to cooking, the flavour is immense. I add a Habanero chili for the Jamaican kick but you can use a milder chili if you want. Served as a main dish, side dish or as a snack, they all work.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Spicy kick of the famous Jamaican Jerk Chicken. This is gorgeous.
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Servings: 6 people
Calories: 378kcal
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken pieces 1400 g
- 4 large scallions
- 1 large habanero chile deseed
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil 45 ml
- 3 tbsp lime juice 45 ml
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp dried thyme 10 ml
- 2 tsp ground allspice 10 ml
- Salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients for the jerk seasoning in an electric blender or food processor and process until smooth.
- Rub the mixture over the chicken pieces and refrigerate covered for 12 hours or overnight.
- Grill skin side up over indirect heat until the juices run clear, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Turn and place the pieces skin side down directly over hot coals for 5 minutes to crisp the skin.
Notes
Sticky, tangy, chicken. Who needs anything else!!
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 275mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g