Jamaican Jerk-Spiced Chicken Recipe Recipe

Name: Jamaican Jerk-Spiced Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons allspice berries; 3 crumbled bay leaves; 1 stick cinnamon; 2 teaspoons black peppercorns; 1/2 cup malt or cider vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 1 or more Scotch bonnet or jalapeno chile peppers; 1 bunch thinly sliced scallions; 1 (5-pound) chicken, bone-in, cut into serving pieces; Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons allspice berries
3 crumbled bay leaves
1 stick cinnamon
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
1/2 cup malt or cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 or more Scotch bonnet or jalapeno chile peppers
1 bunch thinly sliced scallions
1 (5-pound) chicken, bone-in, cut into serving pieces
Vegetable oil

1
Toast allspice berries, bay leaves, cinnamon, and black peppercorns in a dry pan until aromatic.
2
Cool, then grind.
3
Whisk together malt or cider vinegar, water, chiles (seeded and thinly sliced), and scallions.
4
Stir in the spices.
5
Mix the marinade with chicken and marinate overnight, covered, in the refrigerator.
6
Light a charcoal grill.
7
Drain the chicken, pat dry, and brush lightly with oil.
8
Grill indirectly with the grill covered for about 20 minutes per side.
9
Alternatively, roast the chicken at 425 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes.

125

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons allspice berries, 3 crumbled bay leaves, 1 stick cinnamon, 2 teaspoons black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Jamaican Jerk-Spiced Chicken Recipe 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-Spiced Chicken Recipe

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