Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 3 medium scallions, chopped; 2 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon five-spice powder; 1 tablespoon allspice berries, coarsely ground; 1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper; 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled; 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Two 3 1/2- to 4-pound chickens, quartered

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 medium scallions, chopped
2 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon five-spice powder
1 tablespoon allspice berries, coarsely ground
1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Two 3 1/2- to 4-pound chickens, quartered

1
In a food processor, combine the onion, scallions, chiles, garlic, five-spice powder, allspice, pepper, thyme, nutmeg and salt; process to a coarse paste.
2
With the machine on, add the the soy sauce and oil in a steady stream.
3
Pour the marinade into a large, shallow dish, add the chicken and turn to coat.
4
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5
Bring the chicken to room temperature before proceeding.
6
Light a grill.
7
Grill the chicken over a medium-hot fire, turning occasionally, until well browned and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.
8
(Cover the grill for a smokier flavor.)
9
Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped, 3 medium scallions, chopped, 2 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Jamaican 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.

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

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