How to Make Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs, 1 tbsp allspice, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp each of nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper,
1/2 tsp ground ginger, 2 garlic cloves, 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 green onions, 1 small onion.
Blend Marinade: In a blender, combine all spices, garlic, Scotch bonnet, soy sauce, oil, lime juice, green onions, and onion. Blend until smooth.
Marinate: Coat chicken thighs with marinade, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat: Set grill to medium-high heat or oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grill: Grill chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-8 minutes per side, until 165°F and crispy.
Or Bake: Bake for 35-45 minutes until 165°F and crispy.
Rest: Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes.
Prepare Sides: Optionally, prepare sides like rice and peas, plantains, or salad.
Serve: Serve hot with sides and enjoy.
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