Pulled Jerk Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Pulled Jerk Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 cup dark molasses (not blackstrap); 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 10 peppercorns; 5 medium garlic cloves, smashed; 3 medium scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced; 1 1/2 cups cilantro (about 1 bunch), coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced into 1/4-inch coins; 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, sliced into rounds; 24 (4-inch) deli French rolls or other crusty bread

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup dark molasses (not blackstrap)
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/3 cup soy sauce
10 peppercorns
5 medium garlic cloves, smashed
3 medium scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups cilantro (about 1 bunch), coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced into 1/4-inch coins
1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, sliced into rounds
24 (4-inch) deli French rolls or other crusty bread

1
Combine all rub ingredients in a small bowl.
2
Coat the chicken all over with the rub and set aside.
3
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
4
When it just begins to smoke, place half of the chicken in the pan skin side down and fry both sides until well browned, about 10 minutes total (the chicken will not be cooked all the way through).
5
Place in a slow cooker and repeat with the remaining chicken.
6
Place all marinade ingredients in a medium nonreactive bowl and whisk to combine.
7
Pour over the chicken, cover, and cook on low, turning the chicken pieces every few hours, until the meat is falling off the bone, about 5 to 8 hours.
8
When the chicken is ready, remove to a cutting board.
9
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh strainer, pour it back into the slow cooker, and set the cooker to warm.
10
When the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred it into bite-sized pieces (discarding the skin, fatty pieces, and bones) and place back in the slow cooker with the sauce until ready to serve.
11
Split the deli rolls in half and toast, then place 1/4 cup of the jerk chicken mixture on each sandwich.

1189

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground allspice, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Pulled Jerk Chicken Sandwiches 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!