Jerk Chicken

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

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If you're looking to spice up your dinner routine, look no further than this mouthwatering Jerk Chicken recipe. Bursting with bold flavors and a hint of sweetness, this dish is a true representation of Caribbean cuisine. The combination of allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, paired with the fiery Scotch bonnet chile, creates a marinade that infuses the chicken with an irresistible taste that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Not only is this Jerk Chicken gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or exciting weekend gatherings. With a total prep time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves 8 people without breaking a sweat. Just imagine the aroma filling your kitchen as the chicken bakes to perfection, its succulent flavor promising to impress friends and family alike.

This dish is versatile enough to be served at lunch or dinner, and it pairs beautifully with a variety of sides like coconut rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, having a casual family dinner, or simply treating yourself to a delightful meal, this Jerk Chicken recipe is sure to become a favorite. So roll up your sleeves, fire up your oven, and get ready to indulge in a vibrant taste of the Caribbean!

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
  •  scallions cut into fourths
  •  scotch bonnet chile seeded
  •  chicken breasts 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