Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tsp thyme leaves; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg; 2 clove garlic,crushed; 2 spring onions( scallions) chopped; 1 tbsp cider vinegar; 1 tbsp lime juice; 2 tsp lime zest; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped.; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 salt and black pepper; 12 chicken thighs or drumsicks

Servings: persons

1 tsp thyme leaves
1 tsp ground allspice
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
2 clove garlic,crushed
2 spring onions( scallions) chopped
1 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp lime zest
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped.
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 salt and black pepper
12 chicken thighs or drumsicks

1
Put marinade ingredients in mortar, grind to a paste.
2
You can mash in a bowl with a fork or pulse in a small liquidiser..
3
Place chicken in a bowl,pour marinade over and stir to coat evenly.
4
For extra taste you can cut slits into chicken.
5
Cover with clingfilm.
6
Place in fridge, Marinade for at least 4 hours, overnight is better
7
Place on baking tray and cook in pre-heated oven ,150 c, for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally ,until chicken is cooked through.
8
Serve with rice and peas and festivals.
9
You can cook these on the barbecue or under the grill, either way turn occasionally and ensure chicken is cooked through.
10
For special occasions you can add dark rum in place of vinegar.

670

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tsp thyme leaves, 1 tsp ground allspice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg, 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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