Follow this easy-to-follow instructions for making Classic Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Caribbean, Jamaican
Ingredients
1tablespoonallspice berriescoarsely ground
1tablespooncoarsely ground pepper
1teaspoondried thymecrumbled
1teaspoonfreshly grated nutmeg
1teaspoonsalt
1/2cupsoy sauce
1tablespoonvegetable oil
23.5 pound chickenlegs and thighs
1medium onioncoarsely chopped
3medium scallionschopped
2Scotch bonnet chilieschopped
2garlic cloveschopped
1tablespoonfive-spice powder
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the onion, scallions, chilies, garlic, five-spice powder, allspice, pepper, thyme, nutmeg and salt; process to a coarse paste.
While the food processor is on, add the soy sauce and oil steadily.
Pour the marinade into a large, shallow dish, add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Bring the chicken to room temperature before proceeding.
Light a grill. Grill the chicken over a medium-hot fire, turning occasionally, until well browned and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.
Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.
Recipe Notes
TIP: For a smokier flavor, cover the grill while cooking.