Jerk Chicken – Fast, Easy and Delicious

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 0
Fast, easy, and delicious Jerk Chicken recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup jerk sauce , divided
1 cup onion , vertically sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice , freshly squeezed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 garlic cloves , chopped
4 skinless chicken breast halves ( about 1 1/2 pounds )
4 skinless chicken thighs ( about 1 pound )
1/2 cup light beer
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon hot sauce
cooking spray
1/4 cup green onion , Julienne-cut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
320
Sugar
10g
Fat
8g
Jerk Chicken is a Jamaican dish that is known for its spicy and smoky flavor. The chicken is marinated in a combination of herbs and spices, including allspice, thyme, and spicy peppers, before being grilled or baked. This recipe is a quick and easy way to make Jerk Chicken in the oven, without the need for a grill or smoker. The dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, and can be served with rice, beans, or a fresh salad.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Combine 1/4 cup of jerk sauce, onion, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic in a large bowl.
3.Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat with the sauce mixture.
4.Place chicken in a single layer in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
5.Combine remaining 1/4 cup of jerk sauce, beer, ketchup, and hot sauce in a small bowl; stir well.
6.Spoon beer mixture evenly over chicken.
7.Bake at 375°F for 35 minutes or until chicken is done, basting with beer mixture every 10 minutes.
8.Top with green onions and serve.

PROS

The jerk chicken is easy to make and has a delicious, complex flavor.

It is a crowd-pleaser and great for entertaining.

CONS

Jerk sauce can be spicy, so this recipe may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to heat.

The dish is high in sodium, so it may not be suitable for people on low-sodium diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken is a good source of protein and low in fat when the skin is removed.
The garlic in the recipe has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.

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