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Jerk Chicken Thighs And Legs

Jerk Chicken Thighs And Legs

Dive into delicious jerk chicken thighs and legs! Find easy recipes and cooking tips to spice up your dinner and impress your friends and family.
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Prep Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
For the Jerk Marinade:
  • 4-5 green onions, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to taste; they are very hot!)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
For the Jerk Marinade:
  • 4-5 green onions, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to taste; they are very hot!)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine all the marinade ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Marinate the Chicken:
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or ziplock bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is well-coated.
  2. Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavours to penetrate the meat.
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake the Chicken:
  1. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off (you can also scrape off excess marinade). Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminium foil.
  2. Drizzle a bit of vegetable oil over the chicken thighs to help them crisp up.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and caramelized.
Rest and Serve:
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve with your favourite sides, like rice and peas or a fresh salad.