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  • Jamaican Jerk Chicken

The spices and peppers in this dish will transport you to a whole new taste.

Recipe Source: Heart Healthy Home Cooking African American Style
Prep time Cook time Yields Serving Size
10 minutes 1 hour 20 minutes 10 servings ½ breast or 2 small drumsticks
Ingredients

  • 8 pieces skinless chicken (4 breasts, 4 drumsticks)

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • 1½ tsp ground allspice

  • 1½ tsp ground black pepper

  • 1 Tbsp chopped hot pepper

  • 1 tsp dried hot pepper

  • 2 tsp oregano

  • 2 tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped

  • 1 C onion, pureed or finely chopped

  • ¼ C vinegar

  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar

113
calories
3 g
Total fat
1 g
Saturated fat
49 mg
Cholesterol
161 mg
Sodium
1 g
Total fiber
16 g
Protein
6 g
Carbohydrates
192 mg
Potassium
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Directions

  • 1
    Wash chicken and pat dry.

  • 2
    In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

  • 3
    Rub seasonings over chicken, and marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours or longer.

  • 4
    Preheat oven to 350 °F. Space chicken pieces evenly on a nonstick or lightly greased baking pan.

  • 5
    Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, or until the meat can easily be pulled away from the bone with a fork.

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