Today we're hitting the grill with a delicious and authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe! In Jamaica, you don’t have to venture far to get your first taste of the Caribbean. Terrific street food abounds, and a stop along any of the main avenues in town will provide a great meal at very reasonable prices. Some of the most popular Jamaican dishes can be found right along Kent Avenue, where you can sample authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
4scotch bonnet or habanero peppersstemmed and seeded
1/4cupfresh lime juice
3tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonssoy sauce
2fresh bay leaves
1tablespoonfresh thyme leaves
1tablespoonpacked brown sugar
2teaspoonsblack peppercorns
1 1/2tablespoonssalt
1/8-1/4cupallspice berriesuse smaller amount if you don’t like allspice
1/4cupfresh sliced mango
Instructions
Toast allspice berries in pan until fragrant. Blend Marinade ingredients together.
Coat chicken thighs with marinade mixture and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight, covered.
Cook chicken pieces on grill, turning frequently, until crispy and done - about 40-45 minutes or until the thickest piece reaches a temperature of 165 F.