Jerk Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    587 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Jerk Chicken

Jerk Chicken - Homemade jerk chicken recipe that you can grill right at your backyard. Delicious, moist and spicy chicken that everyone loves.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 pounds (1kg) chicken pieces

Marinade:

  • 1 habanero chile stemmed
  • 1 bunch scallions cut into pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus more for grill
  • salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken and remove the thigh bones. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine all the Marinade ingredients.
  3. In a large sealable plastic bag, toss the chicken with the paste, ensuring they are well coated. Refrigerate overnight.
  4. On the next day, fire up the grill and brush a bit of oil on the surface. Grill the chicken until golden brown and charred on both sides. Remove from the grill and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 4people Calories 587kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 41g (63%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 11g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 170mg (57%) Sodium 666mg (28%) Potassium 506mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 397IU (8%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 587 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 4people
Calories 587kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 41g 63%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g 65%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 170mg 57%
Sodium 666mg 28%
Potassium 506mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 397IU 8%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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