Spice up your meal with this flavorful and aromatic jerk chicken, baked to perfection. The blend of spices and the slow baking process ensures a juicy and delicious dish that will transport your taste buds to the Caribbean.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
45min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 scotch bonnet peppers
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine allspice, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Add the chopped scotch bonnet peppers, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the spice mix.
Step 3
Stir in soy sauce, white vinegar, lime juice, and olive oil to form a marinade.
Step 4
Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade.
Step 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 7
Place the marinated chicken drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the skin is crispy.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.