Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

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

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time1 Hr 30 Min
Ready In1 Hr 50 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineCourse
TasteFeel
Main Ingredient, , Interest Group

Ingredients

 Skinless chicken/Cut in to chunks1 Large
 Limes4 , juiced
 Water1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Ground allspice2 Teaspoon
 Ground nutmeg1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Salt1 Cubic Centimeter
 Brown sugar1 Teaspoon
 Dried thyme2 Teaspoon
 Ground ginger1 Teaspoon
 Ground black pepper1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Vegetable oil2 Tablespoon
 Onions2 , chopped
 Chopped green onions1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)
 Garlic6 Clove (30 gm), chopped
 Habanero peppers2

Directions

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.
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