Grilled Jerk Chicken
This Grilled Jerk Chicken is juicy, spicy, flavorful, and easier than you think. Marinated overnight in habanero, scallions, garlic, and warm spices, then grilled until smoky and charred. Perfect for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or anytime you’re craving something with a kick.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
Marinade:
- 1 habanero chile stemmed
- 1 bunch scallions cut into pieces
- 2 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
- 1½ 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 drumsticks, pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine all the Marinade ingredients.
- In a large sealable plastic bag, toss the chicken with the paste, ensuring they are well coated. Refrigerate overnight.
- On the next day, fire up the grill and brush a bit of oil on the surface. Grill the chicken until golden brown and charred on both sides. Remove from the grill and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 4people | Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 615mg | Potassium: 377mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 326IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg