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jerk chicken

A spicy and flavorful Jamaican dish made with marinated chicken and grilled to perfection.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger fresh, grated
  • 2 scallions green onions chopped
  • 1 pepper habanero or Scotch bonnet, chopped
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a blender, combine soy sauce, olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, allspice, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, garlic, ginger, scallions, and habanero. Blend until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a mixing bowl and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  2. Place the chicken on the grill, skin side down, and cook for about 20 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and continue to grill for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with rice and peas or a fresh salad.

Notes

For an extra kick, serve with a side of spicy mango salsa.