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Jamaican Jerk Chicken by Nutmeg Nanny

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny
This Jamaican Jerk Chicken is packed full of flavor and tons of heat. If you are in the mood for something different you need to give this dish a try.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 small yellow onion quartered
  • 3 green onions cut in half
  • 1-2 Habenero peppers seeded
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Olive oil
  • 8 chicken leg drumsticks

Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor add yellow onion, green onions, Habenero pepper, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, thyme, allspice, black pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, coriander, and salt.
  • Blend just until combined and the onion has broken down.
  • Drizzle in enough olive oil to make a thick marinade.
  • Pour marinade into a large 1-gallon ziptop bag and add chicken.
  • Secure the top of the bag and move the chicken around in the bag to make sure it's completely coated.
  • Add bag to a bowl or dish and marinate overnight or at least 4 hours. Keeping the bag in a bowl/dish helps keep your fridge clean in case there is a leak in the bag.
  • Once the chicken is done marinading heat your grill to medium heat. Since you are using bone-in chicken you need to cook it long enough to fully cook the inside meat without burning the outside.
  • Grill for about 30-35 minutes until the outside of the chicken is crisp and the inside is fully cooked.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of cilantro and a wedge of lime if desired.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 870mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g
Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Keyword chicken recipes, jamaican jerk chicken, jamaican jerk chicken legs, jerk chicken, jerk chicken legs, spicy chicken recipes
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