Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 cups chopped onions; 5 cloves garlic; 2 habanero peppers; 1 (5-pound) chicken, skin on, cut into 10 pieces; 1 cup lime juice

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
5 cloves garlic
2 habanero peppers
1 (5-pound) chicken, skin on, cut into 10 pieces
1 cup lime juice

1
Combine all ingredients except the chicken and lime juice in a food processor and puree until pretty smooth.
2
Place the chicken and lime juice in a mixing bowl and pour about half of the jerk sauce over it, tossing the chicken around to coat it well.
3
Place in a container and pour the remaining sauce on top of chicken.
4
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
6
Remove the chicken pieces from the jerk marinade and place them, skin side up, on a rimmed baking sheet or dish.
7
Bake in the oven for 45 to 55 minutes until cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.

213

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons ground allspice, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons dried thyme, and more.

Yes, 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.

Jerk Chicken

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