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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Spicy and smoky grilled chicken.

360 minutes
Serves 4
Main

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the marinade: Blend scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, thyme, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar into a smooth paste.

  2. 2

    Coat the chicken: Rub the marinade thoroughly over the chicken pieces, ensuring it gets under the skin. Let sit for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

  3. 3

    Prepare the grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F). For authentic flavor, add pimento wood chips to the coals.

  4. 4

    Grill the chicken: Place chicken skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 15 minutes until charred, then flip and cook for another 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  5. 5

    Rest and serve: Remove from grill, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before chopping into serving pieces.

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