JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN

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Hot, succulent Jamaican Jerk Chicken is a tropical treat. You'll love the heat and flavor of this fiery marinade.

Provided by Yardie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
4 limes, juiced
1 cup water
2 teaspoons ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
1 ½ cups chopped green onions
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 habanero peppers, chopped

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a medium bowl. Cover with lime juice and water. Set aside.
  • In a blender or food processor, place allspice, nutmeg, salt, brown sugar, thyme, ginger, black pepper and vegetable oil. Blend well, then mix in onions, green onions, garlic and habanero peppers until almost smooth.
  • Pour most of the blended marinade mixture into bowl with chicken, reserving a small amount to use as a basting sauce while cooking. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Brush grill grate with oil. Cook chicken slowly on the preheated grill. Turn frequently, basting often with remaining marinade mixture. Cook to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 473.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Mara Bhi
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the jerk seasoning was amazing.


Vina Brown
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.


Vai Mishu015
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This was an amazing recipe. The chicken was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Shoil Shoil
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I highly recommend this recipe. The jerk seasoning is perfect and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


Dachell Mcghee
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This recipe is a must-try for any jerk chicken lover. The chicken is so flavorful and juicy.


MD Mizanur Islam
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I've tried many jerk chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavor is incredible.


Tosia Olszowy
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This was my first time making jerk chicken and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the chicken was delicious.


Adam Jr
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I love this recipe! The jerk seasoning is amazing and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Sohel Ali
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


RoShane Watson
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The jerk seasoning is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.


Tariq Bhatti
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and the chicken turned out perfect. It was so flavorful and juicy. My family loved it.


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