The Jerkyest Chicken Around Recipe

Spice up your life with this fiery jerk chicken recipe! While I swapped scotch bonnets for jalapeños (sensitive soul here!), this recipe still delivers an incredible flavor punch. Perfectly tender chicken with a smoky, spicy jerk marinade – it's a flavor explosion you won't forget. Serve it up with rice and beans for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 330 mins
Calories 795.7 kcal
Protein 95g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Jerkyest Chicken Around

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How to Make The Jerkyest Chicken Around

  1. In a blender, combine all marinade ingredients (see below). Blend until smooth.
  2. Place chicken in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring it's fully coated.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to fully develop.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add chicken pieces to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Serve the delicious jerk chicken immediately with your favorite rice and beans.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

215 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

62g

Carbs

7g