Jerk Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Jerk Chicken
40 min.
8
143kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner table with a dish that’s bursting with flavor? Look no further than this mouthwatering Jerk Chicken recipe! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish is not only a delight for your taste buds but also a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With just 40 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can serve up a delicious meal for up to 8 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties.

The secret to this Jerk Chicken lies in its vibrant marinade, which combines aromatic spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg with the fiery kick of Scotch bonnet chile. This unique blend creates a salsa-like mixture that infuses the chicken with a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. The addition of dark rum adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly balances the heat, making each bite a culinary adventure.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch, a satisfying main course, or a flavorful dinner option, this Jerk Chicken is sure to impress. Serve it warm, and watch as your guests rave about the bold flavors and tender, juicy chicken. So grab your food processor and roasting pan, and get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons allspice 
  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground to taste
  • teaspoon cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon rum dark
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • large onion cut into eighths ( 1/2 pound)
  • teaspoon salt to taste
  •  spring onion cut into fourths
  •  scotch bonnet peppers seeded
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless

Equipment

  • food processor
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Combine the allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, onion, scallions, chile, rum, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process until the mixture forms a thick salsa-like mixture.
  3. Rub the mixture on each chicken breast and place the chicken in a zipper-lock plastic bag. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  4. Spray the rack of a roasting pan with non-stick spray and place in the pan.
  5. Arrange the chicken on the rack, and bake for 12 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook another 15 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Serve warm.
  7. Reprinted with permission from Gourmet Meals in Minutes, by The Culinary Institute of America., © 2004 Lebhar-Friedman Books

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein70.98%
Fat20.04%
Carbs8.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.13
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.490000227223%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.68kcal
7.13%
Fat:3.06g
4.71%
Saturated Fat:0.7g
4.38%
Carbohydrates:3.09g
1.03%
Net Carbohydrates:2.26g
0.82%
Sugar:1.04g
1.16%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:424.07mg
18.44%
Alcohol:0.1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:24.4g
48.81%
Vitamin B3:11.88mg
59.38%
Selenium:36.33µg
51.9%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
44.06%
Phosphorus:246.89mg
24.69%
Vitamin B5:1.64mg
16.45%
Potassium:476.18mg
13.61%
Vitamin K:13.38µg
12.75%
Magnesium:34.23mg
8.56%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.39%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.35%
Vitamin C:5.88mg
7.12%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.76%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.87%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Iron:0.65mg
3.59%
Fiber:0.82g
3.29%
Folate:12.54µg
3.14%
Copper:0.05mg
2.65%
Vitamin A:110.93IU
2.22%
Calcium:21.78mg
2.18%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.79%
Source:Epicurious
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