Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 scallions, including green tops, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon cayenne; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 ¼ teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon vinegar; ¼ cup cooking oil; 4 whole chicken legs

Servings: persons

3 scallions, including green tops, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon vinegar
¼ cup cooking oil
4 whole chicken legs

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In a food processor or blender, puree all the ingredients except the chicken legs.
2
Put the chicken in a large roasting pan and coat with the pureed mixture.
3
Let the chicken marinate for about 30 minute.
4
Heat the oven to 450F.
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Cook the chicken legs in the upper third of the oven for 15 minutes.
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Turn the legs over and cook until just done, about 15 minutes longer.
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MENU SUGGESTIONS.
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Corn bread, rice and beans (or just plain rice), or corn on the cob would all taste great with this highly spiced chicken.
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Fried plantains are another appropriate accompaniment.
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The longer you can marinate the chicken legs, the more the flavor will penetrate the meat.
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We've suggested thirty minutes, but you can marinate the chicken for up to twenty-four hours.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 scallions, including green tops, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, 1 tablespoon ground allspice, 1 tablespoon 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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