Jerk Chicken

  • 10 scallions, whites and pale green parts only, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2" ginger, minced
  • 1 habanero, seeded, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp minced cilantro
  • 3 tsp dry thyme
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • salt and pepper
  • 8 chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • plain yogurt
  1. Combine the scallions, garlic, ginger, habanero, vinegar, lime, soy sauce, brown sugar, cilantro, thyme, and allspice in the food processor.  Puree.  Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
  2. Rub the mixture on to the chicken pieces.  Chill overnight.
  3. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.  Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  4. Heat the oil in a skillet and brown the chicken on all sides for a few minutes.
  5. Place the chicken in a large pan and bake for 30 to 45 minutes, checking frequently to test whether its done.
  6. Serve with the yogurt.

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