Jamaican jerk chicken

4.34 from 3 votes

Packed with flavor, Jamaican jerk chicken is a classic grilling recipe that you need tot ry. Easier to make than you might think, too.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Caribbean

Servings: -4

Calories: 548kcal

Author: Caroline's Cooking

2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger approx a 1in/2.5cm piece
½ red onion small, or around 3-4 scallions/spring onions
2 teaspoon ground allspice
2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 lime juice and zest ie from 1 lime
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for mild, or 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, stem removed, for hot
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs 700g, approx, 4-6 thighs

If using a blender/small food processor, peel the garlic, ginger and onion then put in the machine with the allspice, thyme, soy sauce, honey, lime, cayenne/chili, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Blend until fairly smooth. Alternatively chop the garlic, ginger and onion finely or grate them them mix with the other ingredients.
Pour the marinade mixture over the chicken thighs. Make sure the chicken is well covered and leave refrigerated overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Grill over a medium heat until the chicken is cooked through, around 10 minutes on each side, turning every few minutes to avoid them sticking.

Note preparation time doesn't include marinading time.