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Grilled jerk chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Grilled jerk chicken is a delicious Caribbean recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken; Jalapeno Peppers
Category Poultry; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Caribbean
Cook Method Grilling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 1 large pickled jalapeño pepper, minced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger

  • 1 tablespoon allspice

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic, ginger, jalapeño, oil, brown sugar, allspice, black pepper, and salt into a large bowl. Add the chicken to this mixture and flip it around until all sides are coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for no longer than one hour.

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat. Take the chicken out of the marinade and place it onto the grill. Grill for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through. Flip each chicken breast once during the course of cooking.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 226 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 82mg

  • Sodium: 579mg

  • Potassium: 0mg

  • Carbohydrate: 6g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Protein: 33g