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Gulf South / Caribbean
Jamaican
under $15
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Contributed by Chef Devon Richards
The Story Behind This Recipe
"My grandmother's recipe from Kingston, passed down through four generations."
Ingredients
Chicken pieces3 lbs
Sub: chicken thighs
Scotch bonnet peppers2-3
Sub: habaneros
Allspice berries2 tbsp
Sub: ground allspice
Thyme4 sprigs
Sub: dried thyme
Scallions6
Sub: green onions
Instructions
- 1
Blend scotch bonnets, allspice, thyme, scallions, garlic, and ginger into paste
- 2
Marinate chicken for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight
- 3
Grill over medium heat, turning frequently
- 4
Cook until internal temperature reaches 165F
- 5
Rest for 5 minutes before serving