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Jerk Chicken

Jerk Chicken is a delightful Caribbean chicken recipe that is spicy, sweet, zesty, and has the most delicious crispy skin. Marinating the chicken overnight makes it flavorful and juicy.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinade time12 hours
Total Time12 hours 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: Jerk Chicken Recipe
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Natasha Bull

Ingredients

  • 8 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken drumsticks and thighs
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • ½ tablespoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 chopped habanero or serrano peppers
  • 1 juiced lime
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • chopped scallions, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl add 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, ½ tablespoon ground allspice, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 3 chopped habanero or serrano peppers, 1 juiced lime, and ¼ cup olive oil. Mix to combine.
  • Add 8 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken drumsticks and thighs to a large sealable Ziplock bag.
  • Pour the marinade mixture over the chicken. Seal the bag and toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate for at least 12-24 hours. I like to rotate the bag once halfway through just so the marinade is evenly distributed.
  • Oil the grill's grate and cook the chicken pieces over medium-high heat until they're cooked through, about 25 minutes. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahreneheit. Oven method: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange the chicken pieces in a baking dish or a foil-lined baking sheet. Roast the chicken for 35-45 minutes. For extra crispy skin, broil it for a few minutes at the end if needed.
  • Serve the chicken with chopped scallions, for garnish.

Notes

  • This chicken is meant to be spicy. If you want a milder version, use one jalapeno pepper instead of the suggested spicier peppers.

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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