Jerk Chicken Recipe on the Grill – Spicy, Smoky, and Juicy!

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought seasoning

Homemade blends can be healthier with controlled ingredients.

Split the whole chicken down the middle and divide into quarters.

Make score marks in the chicken breast to help the marinade penetrate.

Place chicken quarters in a gallon size zip top bag.

Pour the entire bottle of Walkers Wood jerk marinade over the chicken.

Add brown sugar, chopped habanero, minced garlic, juice of half a lemon, pineapple juice, and Worcestershire sauce to the bag.

Mix the marinade ingredients to dissolve the sugar and coat the chicken.

Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Remove chicken from the marinade and season with additional jerk seasoning.

Prepare a two-zone fire on the grill using Royal Oak lump charcoal.

Start cooking the chicken on the cooler side of the grill to bring it up to temperature.

After 30 minutes, check the chicken and turn as necessary.

After about 45 minutes, check for color and doneness.

Make a fiery jerk sauce by melting butter in a pot over the grill and adding chopped green onions, hot pepper, and garlic.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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