Spatchcocked Chicken with Jerk Seasoning Paste

Name: Spatchcocked Chicken with Jerk Seasoning Paste
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Chopped Onion; 4 whole Scallions; 1 Tablespoon Allspice Berries (ground Is Okay Too); 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper Corns; 2 teaspoons Dried Thyme (fresh Is Even Better); 2 teaspoons Cinnamon; 1 teaspoon Ground Seasalt; 1 teaspoon Sugar; 1 dash Habanero Hotsauce; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 whole Chicken

Servings: persons

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Puree all the ingredients (except the chicken) in the order they are listed, gradually adding the olive oil at the end.
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Puree until the paste reaches a uniform consistency.
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How to prepare and grill a spatchcocked chicken:
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Butterflying the chicken: Id recommend buying the chicken at a butcher where you can ask them to do this for you!
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If you dont have them do it, you will need to use kitchen shears to cut out the backbone and then press down on the chicken with the palm of your hand to help flatten the bird.
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Use your finger and loosen the skin on the bird, but be careful not to tear it.
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Rub the seasoning paste under the skin all over the chicken and then repeat on the outside of the skin.
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Cover the bird or put in a ziplock and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 24 hours.
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Grilling: Preheat your grill to medium, about 350 degrees F. Grill the bird, pressing it as flat as possible and flipping/arranging every so often so no side gets too charred (at least every 10 minutes).
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Total cooking time should be between 3540 minutes.
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After the bird reaches an interal temp of 170 degrees F at its thickest point, remove from the grill and cover with foil.
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Let the bird rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting so it has time to reabsorb juices.
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Serve with your favorite coleslaw, grilled romaine or favorite grilled veggies and Texas toast.
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If you make this for your family, they will think you are a grilling goddess!

167

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Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Chopped Onion, 4 whole Scallions, 1 Tablespoon Allspice Berries (ground Is Okay Too), 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper Corns, and more.

Yes, Spatchcocked Chicken with Jerk Seasoning Paste 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!