Wednesday, 25 February 2015

Jamaican Jerk Chicken


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











  • Yield: 10 servings 
  • Serving size: ½ breast or 2 small drumsticks 
  • Calories 113 
  • Total Fat 3 g 
  • Saturated Fat 1 g 
  • Cholesterol 49 mg 
  • Sodium 161 mg 
  • Total Fiber 1 g 
  • Protein 16 g 
  • Carbohydrates 6 g 
  • Potassium 192 mg

Ingredients


  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground
  • 1½ teaspoons allspice, ground
  • 1½ teaspoons black pepper, ground
  • 1 tablespoon hot pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper, crushed, dried
  • 2 teaspoons oregano, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons thyme, crushed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup onion, pureed or finely chopped
  • ¼ cup vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 8 pieces chicken, skinless (4 breasts, 4 drumsticks)

Method


  • 1.Preheat oven to 350°F.Wash chiken and pat dry.
  • 2.Combine all ingredients except chicken in large bowl. Rub seasonings over chicken and marinate in refrigerator for 6 hours or longer.
  • 3.Space chicken evenly on nonstick or lightly greased baking pan.
  • 4.Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 30–40 minutes or until the meat can easily be pulled away from the bone with a fork.

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