Jay's Jerk Chicken

This Jamaican barbeque marinade is a zesty blend of tangy, hot and sweet. Try habanero peppers in place of jalapenos, if you're feeling spicy!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 385 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 6 green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.75 cup soy sauce
• 1.5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 0.5 cup distilled white vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat grill for high heat.

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the green onions, onion, jalapeno pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, vegetable oil, brown sugar, thyme, cloves, nutmeg and allspice. Mix for about 15 seconds.

Step 3

Place the chicken in a medium bowl, and coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours, or overnight.

Step 4

Lightly oil grill grate. Cook chicken on the prepared grill 6 to 8 minutes, until juices run clear.