Jerk Chicken Recipe
Marinated in our spicy jerk sauce, served with mango salsa.
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Ingredients
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Jerk Chicken Marinade
Mango Salsa
Method
Jerk Chicken Preparation
- 1
Make the Marinade
In a blender or food processor, combine scallions, fresh thyme, garlic cloves, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, allspice, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour the jerk marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 3
Mango Salsa Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Salsa Ingredients
Dice the ripe mango, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces. Finely chop the cilantro and jalapeño, removing seeds if desired.
- 5
Mix the Salsa
In a bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt. Stir gently to mix.