Caribbean Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Caribbean Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 scallions, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, chopped; 3 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons chopped thyme; 2 tablespoons ground allspice; Salt; 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Three 4-pound chickens, each cut into 8 pieces; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

8 scallions, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped thyme
2 tablespoons ground allspice
Salt
1 1/4 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Three 4-pound chickens, each cut into 8 pieces
Freshly ground pepper

1
In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the chicken and process to a paste.
2
Put the chicken pieces in a very large bowl and pour the marinade on top.
3
Toss to coat the chicken thoroughly.
4
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5
Light a grill.
6
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, leaving on a coating of spice paste.
7
Grill the chicken over moderately high heat, turning often, until the skin is nicely charred and the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
8
Transfer to a platter and serve.

375

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 scallions, chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, chopped, 3 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Jerk Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caribbean Jerk Chicken

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