Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Ingredients

• 3 lb s chicken thighs and drumsticks
• 6 green onions, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded (or habanero)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp allspice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• rice and peas, for serving

Steps

1. 1

   Blend green onions, garlic, Scotch bonnet, soy sauce, lime juice, oil, thyme, allspice, cinnamon, pepper, nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt in a food processor until smooth.

2. 2

   Score chicken pieces with a knife and coat thoroughly with the jerk marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

3. 3

   Preheat grill to medium-high heat (or oven to 400°F).

4. 4

   Grill chicken for 35-45 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is charred in spots.

5. 5

   If using the oven, place chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes.

6. 6

   Let rest 5 minutes before serving with rice and peas.