Spicy Jerk Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Jerk Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 scallions, coarsely chopped; 1 medium onion; 1/3 cup thyme leaves; 10 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 to 3 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed; One 4-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons ground allspice; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 12 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds), cut into thirds; 12 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 1 hour; Fresh Pineapple Salsa, for serving

Servings: persons

10 scallions, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion
1/3 cup thyme leaves
10 garlic cloves, peeled
2 to 3 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed
One 4-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons ground allspice
3 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds), cut into thirds
12 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 1 hour
Fresh Pineapple Salsa, for serving

1
In a food processor, combine the scallions, onion, thyme, garlic, chiles, ginger, allspice, salt and oil and puree.
2
Pour the puree into a bowl, add the chicken and turn to coat.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight, turning the chicken once or twice.
4
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
5
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
6
Thread 3 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, wiping off as much of the marinade as possible as you go.
7
Grill the chicken skewers over moderately high heat, turning once, until lightly charred outside and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
8
Serve hot off the grill, with pineapple salsa.

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 scallions, coarsely chopped, 1 medium onion, 1/3 cup thyme leaves, 10 garlic cloves, peeled, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

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Spicy Jerk Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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