Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Not to be too bossy, but I think you need some spice in you life.  We all need something to add some extra spice in our lives every once and a while, and this recipe is perfect for just that.  It'll knock your socks off... or boots, or sandals, or wooden shoes - depending where ya live of course! 

Gather up all these great spices and get ready.

Place all the ingredients except the chicken in a food processor, or high speed blender.  Process until well combined. 

Rub the marinade all over the chicken.  I used chicken breasts but you can also use drumsticks. 

Place chicken in a plastic bag and marinade in the fridge for at least 6 hours, I did this overnight.  When ready to make, preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  Spray a cooking dish with non-stick spray, and place chicken in the dish.  Bake for around 45 minutes, or until cooked through.  

I served with green beans but other great sides would be mashed sweet potatoes, rice or even beans.  This dish was so flavorful.  The marinade kind of creates a crust, and is very spicy.  I had to take water breaks, just to warn you!  Enjoy :)

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Serves 2

2 8oz chicken breasts

4 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon onion powder

2 tablespoons allspice

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon sea salt

1 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 

3/4 teaspoon ground cloves

3 tablespoons dried thyme

1 green pepper, or jalapeno, seeded and cut

juice of one lime

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large yellow onion, diced

Place all the ingredients except the chicken in a food processor, or high speed blender.  

Process until well combined. 

Rub the marinade all over the chicken.

Place chicken in a plastic bag and marinade in the fridge for at least 6 hours, or overnight.  

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  

Spray a cooking dish with non-stick spray, and place chicken in the dish.  

Bake for around 45 minutes, or until cooked through.  

Serve with whatever side you'd like!