Jerk Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of Jamaica with this spicy and tangy jerk chicken recipe, perfect for summer grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Cover the chicken and let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding chopped fresh herbs to your marinade. Chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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