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Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

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This Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe is a flavorful and spicy dish that is perfect for grilling or baking. The chicken is marinated in a blend of Scotch Bonnet peppers, spices, and citrus juices for a delicious Caribbean-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 46 Scotch Bonnet peppers (chopped)
  • 1 small red onion (chopped)
  • 46 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 4 stalks scallions (ends trimmed)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vinegar (white vinegar or apple cider vinegar)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice from 1 large orange
  • Juice from half a lime
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Chicken:

  • 1 whole chicken (cut up)

Instructions

  1. Make Marinade: Add all of the marinade ingredients to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  2. Poke Chicken: Poke holes in the chicken with a knife.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a bowl or baggie, pour marinade over it, and rub it down.
  4. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Grill: Heat grill to medium-high, oil grates, and grill chicken for 12-20 minutes.
  6. Cook Chicken: Alternatively, bake chicken at 400°F for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Serve: Remove from heat and serve.

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Keywords: Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Caribbean, Grilling, Baking, Spicy Chicken