How To Make Jamaican Jerk Chicken
The breast is the leanest part of a chicken. No wonder a lot of health buffs and fitness enthusiasts are drawn to this specific cut of meat. Besides that, you can make all kinds of dishes with it! Just take a look at this collection of chicken breast recipes, and you’ll be surprised by the range of options. Try it out and make everything from crispy baked dishes to tender slow-cooked renditions.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken legs
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Jamaican jerk seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, Jamaican jerk seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lime juice.
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Place chicken legs and thighs in a large ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
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Grill chicken for 20-25 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 380kcal
- Total Fat : 23g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 140mg
- Sodium : 1070mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 7g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 37g
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