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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

3.8

(20)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes scant 2 cups sauce and 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup white vinegar
zest and juice of 4 limes
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 scallions, trimmed and coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 Scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and chopped
1 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons ground allspice
2 tablespoons ground thyme
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 pounds chicken thighs

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1. In a food processor or blender, combine the vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, vegetable oil, scallions, garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, ginger, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, sugar, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Purée until smooth.

    Step 2

    2. Place chicken pieces in a medium bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, and turn the pieces to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight if possible.

    Step 3

    3. Heat the oven to 350°F. Place the chicken pieces on a foil-lined baking sheet and cook until the juices run clear when pierced with a two-pronged fork, 30 to 45 minutes.

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