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Jerk Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from the Maroons, runaway slaves in Jamaica, Jerk Chicken is a dish steeped in history and tradition. The unique blend of spices and cooking methods reflects the island's diverse cultural influences, making it a staple at celebrations and gatherings. Today, Jerk Chicken has gained international popularity, with variations appearing in Caribbean restaurants worldwide.

JamaicanJMmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lb chicken
2 scotch bonnet peppers
1 tablespoon allspice
1 tablespoon thyme
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
4 green onions
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

scotch bonnet peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeño peppers

Jalapeños provide heat but are milder and easier to find.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

1

Wash the chicken in warm water to clean it, removing any gross stuff from the skin.

2

Apply vinegar to the chicken to eliminate the raw smell and prevent salmonella, then rinse with bottled spring water.

3

Drain the water from the chicken after rinsing.

4

Measure and add half a cup of seasoned salt to the chicken.

5

Add roasted garlic and pepper to the chicken.

6

Add onion powder and garlic salt to the chicken.

7

Add Italian spices to the chicken.

8

Slice and add onion to the chicken.

9

Add browning sauce to the chicken, using a tip to measure it out.

10

Rub the seasoning into the chicken to ensure it is well coated.

11

Prepare the marinade by adding the same onion and seasonings to a pot on the stove, adding more browning sauce, and some bottled water.

12

Bring the marinade to a boil for 15 minutes.

13

Prepare the barbecue grill by lighting the charcoal and arranging it around the fire.

14

Place the chicken on the barbecue grill, flipping it as needed while cooking.

15

Add sauce to the chicken while it cooks.

16

Remove the chicken from the barbecue once it is finished cooking.

17

Wrap corn in tin foil with butter and add it to the barbecue to cook.

18

Take the corn off the barbecue once it is finished cooking.

19

Plate the jerk chicken and corn, and taste the finished dish.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

blendergrillmixing bowlresealable bag

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Jerked Chicken

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