Sunday Supper: Jerk Half-Chickens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
34%
Sunday Supper: Jerk Half-Chickens
60 min.
4
932kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Jamaica! Our Sunday Supper: Jerk Half-Chickens recipe is a celebration of bold flavors and aromatic spices, perfect for a family gathering or a cozy dinner with friends. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences, but it also packs a punch with its tantalizing jerk seasoning.

Imagine succulent chicken halves marinated in a rich blend of allspice, nutmeg, and fresh herbs, infused with the zesty brightness of lime juice and the fiery kick of hot peppers. The marinade works its magic overnight, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat, ensuring every bite is bursting with Caribbean flair. Whether you choose to roast them in the oven or grill them outdoors, the result is a beautifully caramelized exterior that gives way to juicy, tender chicken inside.

As you gather around the table, serve these jerk half-chickens with lime wedges for an extra zing, and watch as your loved ones savor each mouthful. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings people together, filled with laughter, stories, and the irresistible aroma of jerk chicken wafting through the air. Get ready to impress your guests and create lasting memories with this unforgettable Sunday supper!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon allspice 
  •  bell pepper hot traditional seeded (depending on how you like it, Scotch bonnets are but long peppers or even jalapenos work in a pinch)
  •  roasting chickens 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • large garlic clove peeled
  •  juice of lime 
  • large pinches kosher salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • large pinches pepper black
  •  spring onion trimmed
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • small bunch thyme leaves 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • oven
  • grill

Directions

  1. Combine allspice, garlic, scallions, hot pepper, lime juice, soy sauce, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, thyme, nutmeg and cinnamon in a food processor and process until smooth.
  2. Split chickens in half by cutting along each side of the spine with kitchen shears and removing it, then cutting down the center of the breast.
  3. Place chicken in large dish and slather with half of jerk seasoning; allow to sit in the fridge overnight.
  4. The following day, preheat oven to 425°, or preheat an outdoor grill. If using an outdoor grill, use indirect heat to cook the chickens; jerk tends to burn over high heat. If using an oven cook until internal temperature is 160°, about 50 minutes.
  5. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories932kcal
Protein29.17%
Fat68.1%
Carbs2.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69
Glycemic Load
1.06
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
37.46739122142%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:932.05kcal
46.6%
Fat:69.59g
107.06%
Saturated Fat:18.54g
115.89%
Carbohydrates:6.29g
2.1%
Net Carbohydrates:4.59g
1.67%
Sugar:1.95g
2.16%
Cholesterol:328.34mg
109.45%
Sodium:964.36mg
41.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:67.06g
134.12%
Vitamin B3:25.32mg
126.62%
Vitamin A:4328.25IU
86.56%
Vitamin B6:1.37mg
68.58%
Phosphorus:661.83mg
66.18%
Vitamin C:54.31mg
65.84%
Selenium:44.84µg
64.06%
Vitamin B12:3.78µg
63%
Vitamin K:46.04µg
43.84%
Vitamin B2:0.71mg
41.84%
Vitamin B5:4.06mg
40.62%
Zinc:5.12mg
34.15%
Iron:6.1mg
33.88%
Folate:124.12µg
31.03%
Potassium:902.68mg
25.79%
Magnesium:87.4mg
21.85%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.68%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.51%
Copper:0.29mg
14.27%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.33%
Calcium:69.48mg
6.95%
Fiber:1.7g
6.79%