Best Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe
Jerk Chicken is one of the most popular Jamaican food. It’s incredibly flavorful and super tender and juicy.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs
- 4 green onions chopped
- 3 garlic cloves smashed
- 1 habanero peppers (stem removed, and use extra if you prefer extra spicy flavor)
- 1 inch piece ginger sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to a food processor and blend gently.
- Pour the seasoning mixture on top of the chicken. Mix well, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
- Marinate for at least 2 hours, and ideally overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375 F degrees.
- Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Remove chicken from the marinade, and place them onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 495mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg