Caribbean

Jerk Chicken

Medium · 1 hr 30 min

Serves 6CaribbeanDairy-freeNut-freeGluten-free

Scotch bonnet-marinated chicken with allspice and thyme, grilled until smoky and charred. Bold island heat.

1 hr 30 minTotal time

6Serves

4Steps

CaribbeanCuisine

Method

Prep
Blend marinade
Blend peppers, spring onions, garlic, ginger, allspice, thyme, soy, sugar and lime until smooth.
Why: A wet rub coats every crevice.
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Prep
Marinate
Score chicken and coat thoroughly. Marinate at least 4 hours or overnight.
Why: Long marinating carries heat deep into the meat.
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Finish
Grill
Grill over medium heat, turning often, 35–40 minutes until charred and cooked through.
Why: Frequent turning prevents burning before cooking through.
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Serve
Rest and serve
Rest 10 minutes. Serve with rice and peas or festival bread.
Why: Resting redistributes juices.
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Save a scotch bonnet with seeds for the marinade if you want authentic fire.

Prep
Blend marinade
Blend peppers, spring onions, garlic, ginger, allspice, thyme, soy, sugar and lime until smooth.
Why: A wet rub coats every crevice.
Cook from here
Prep
Marinate
Score chicken and coat thoroughly. Marinate at least 4 hours or overnight.
Why: Long marinating carries heat deep into the meat.
Cook from here
Finish
Grill
Grill over medium heat, turning often, 35–40 minutes until charred and cooked through.
Why: Frequent turning prevents burning before cooking through.
Cook from here
Serve
Rest and serve
Rest 10 minutes. Serve with rice and peas or festival bread.
Why: Resting redistributes juices.
Cook from here