Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground sage; 3/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 -2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 3/4 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup minced onion; 3 green onions, chopped (green included); 8 chicken pieces

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground sage
3/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 -2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup minced onion
3 green onions, chopped (green included)
8 chicken pieces

1
In large food storage bag combine allspice, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, garlic powder, sugar,soy sauce, vinegar, orange juice, and olive oil.
2
Add onion and green onion.
3
Combine well.
4
Add chicken and allow to marinate refrigerated overnight, turning occasionally.
5
Remove chicken from marinade and bring to room temperature.
6
If you wish to baste your chicken while grilling, bring the marinade to a hard boil in a medium saucepan to avoid any contamination.
7
Grill chicken over hot coals or gas grill 6-10 minutes per side until juices run clear, basting occasionally.
8
I have been told this recipe works well for those of you who do OMAC as follows:
9
To freeze, mix marinade in large freezer bag, add chicken, then seal,lable and freeze.
10
To serve, thaw in fridge overnight and then grill as directed.

580

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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: 1 tablespoon ground allspice, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, 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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