Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. + marinating Grill: 35 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Judy Kamalieh, Nebraska City, Nebraska

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Apr. 18, 2024

Get ready to rock the grill with this wonderfully fragrant, spicy chicken. The bold marinade includes hints of cinnamon, cayenne and thyme. —Judy Kamalieh, Nebraska City, Nebraska

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Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Yield:4 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:35 min

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 chicken leg quarters
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Directions

  1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Remove skin from chicken; if desired, use a sharp knife to cut through the leg quarter joints. Add chicken to marinade; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  2. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place chicken on greased grill rack; cook, covered, over medium heat 35-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, turning occasionally.
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