Grilled Jerk Chicken

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Abigail Zysk (@poultryraptor)

A flavorful jerk chicken marinade perfect for grilling with a smoky wood chip blend.

Grilled Jerk Chicken recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
35min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = one piece of marinated chicken)

Marinade

  • whole chicken cut into pieces
    whole chicken cut into pieces
    1
  • onion
    onion
    1
  • thyme
    thyme
    2tsp
  • salt
    salt
    1tsp
  • sugar
    sugar
    2tsp
  • allspice
    allspice
    1tsp
  • nutmeg
    nutmeg
    1/2tsp
  • cinnamon
    cinnamon
    1/2tsp
  • scotch bonnet pepper (or serrano)
    scotch bonnet pepper (or serrano)
    1
  • garlic
    garlic
    3clove
  • soy sauce
    soy sauce
    3tbsp
  • olive oil
    olive oil
    3tbsp
  • lime, juiced
    lime, juiced
    1

How to make Grilled Jerk Chicken

  1. Step 1

    Add all marinade ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth.

    Step 1.1: Add all marinade ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth
    Step 1.2: Add all marinade ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth
  2. Step 2

    Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated.

    Step 1.1: Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated
  3. Step 3

    Let the chicken marinate for a minimum of 1-2 hours in the refrigerator.

  4. Step 4

    Prepare the grill with a mixture of cherry and hickory wood chips using a ratio of 5:1.

  5. Step 5

    Cook the marinated chicken over the grill until fully cooked to a temperature of 165 degrees.

    Step 1.1: Cook the marinated chicken over the grill until fully cooked to a temperature of 165 degrees

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

114.6kcal (5.73%)

Protein

0.9g (1.8%)

Carbs

7.2g (2.62%)

Sugars

4.2g (8.4%)

Healthy Fat

8.5g

Unhealthy Fat

1.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance the flavors.

  2. Ensure the grill is preheated before placing the chicken on it.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of pepper?

    Yes, you can substitute the scotch bonnet pepper with a serrano or another pepper of your choice.

  2. How long should I marinate the chicken?

    Marinate the chicken for at least 1-2 hours, but overnight is recommended for better flavor.

  3. What wood chips should I use for grilling?

    Use a mixture of cherry and hickory wood chips in a 5:1 ratio for optimal flavor.

  4. Can I bake the chicken instead of grilling?

    Yes, you can bake the marinated chicken in the oven at 375°F until fully cooked.

  5. Is this recipe spicy?

    The recipe can be spicy depending on the type of pepper used. Adjust the pepper to your spice preference.

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