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Jerk Chicken

Jerk Chicken - Homemade jerk chicken recipe that you can grill right at your backyard. Delicious, moist and spicy chicken that everyone loves.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: American Recipes
Cuisine: Chicken
Keyword: Jerk Chicken
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 432kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (1kg) chicken pieces

Marinade:

  • 1 habanero chile stemmed
  • 1 bunch scallions cut into pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus more for grill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Rinse the Chicken, remove the thighs bones. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
  • In a food processor, mixing all the Marinade ingredients together.
  • In a large sealable plastic bag, toss chicken with the paste. Make sure they are nicely coated with the paste. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Next day, fire up the grill and brush a bit of oil on the surface. Grill the chicken until they turn golden brown and charred on both sides. Removed from grill and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 4people | Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 615mg | Sugar: 6g