Jamaican jerk chicken
Description
Make extra marinade and reserve part, before adding the chicken, then heat and serve on the side, for dipping.
Ingredients
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the allspice, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, garlic powder and sugar.
With a wire whisk, slowly add the olive oil, soy sauce, vinegar, orange juice, and lime juice. Add the Scotch bonnet pepper, onion, and green onions and mix well.
Add the chicken breasts, cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, longer if possible.
Preheat an outdoor grill.
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and grill for 6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
While grilling, baste with the marinade.
Notes
This recipe has the hot authentic flavor you would find in Jamaica. For those who prefer a milder taste, halve the amount of spices.
Source
Try this with other meats such as turkey, pork or veal.
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