Caribbean Jerk Chicken
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + marinating Grill: 35 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
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
Ingredients
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1/4 cup olive oil
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
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1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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4 chicken leg quarters
Directions
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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.
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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.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 335 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 563mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
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