Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Servings: 1 serving Difficulty: Intermediate
Spicy and aromatic grilled chicken with a traditional jerk marinade
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Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 serving Calories: 363

Description

This Caribbean Jerk Chicken features skinless chicken breasts marinated in a blend of allspice, thyme, scallions, and lime. The marinade is blended until smooth for even flavor distribution. Grill or broil the chicken until cooked through for a smoky, spicy, and satisfying main course.

Directions

  1. Crush whole cloves and peppercorns in a spice grinder or coffee grinder.
  2. Combine the crushed spices with all other ingredients, except the chicken, in a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend until the marinade is thick and smooth, with no chunks remaining.
  4. Place the chicken in a non-metal container, such as a glass bowl or ziplock bags.
  5. Pour the marinade over the chicken and ensure it is well coated.
  6. Marinate, refrigerated, for 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  8. Cook the chicken on a grill for 6 minutes on each side, or until there is no trace of pink inside.
  9. Alternatively, cook in a lightly-oiled cast iron pan over high heat or broil in the oven.
  10. Slice into strips before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 serving


Amount Per Serving
Calories 363kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.0g19%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 96.5mg33%
Sodium 1788.2mg75%
Total Carbohydrate 20.9g7%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 16.0g
Protein 38.2g77%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: caribbean, jerk, chicken, grilled, marinade, allspice, thyme, spicy, main course, lime, scallions, jalapeno
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