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Smoky, Spicy Jerk Chicken for the Grill

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Time to marinate:: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Glass baking pan
  • Food processor or blender
  • Grill

Ingredients

  • ½ shallot, chopped
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 poblano pepper, top, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed and skins removed
  • ½ tbsp powdered five spice
  • ½ tbsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp grated nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp sesame oil, or other soy-free oil if sesame is not a safe option
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

  • Place onion, green onions, poblano pepper, garlic cloves and spices in a blender or food processor until a paste forms.
  • Keep the blender on low and slowly stream in coconut aminos and oil.
  • Place chicken thighs in a glass baking pan, pour marinade all over thighs and turn to coat.
  • Cover glass baking pan with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Remove chicken from refrigerator.
  • Prepare and light the grill.
  • Grill the chicken, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat should read 165 degrees F), about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter and serve (serving suggestion: I like to serve this alongside steamed jasmine rice and fresh or grilled pineapple).

Make it a Freezer Meal:

  • This is an easy one to double, and freeze one portion for later.
  • Simply complete steps 1 and 2 above, then place the chicken and marinade in a 1-gallon, freezer-safe container.
  • Label the container and freeze up to three months.
  • When you plan to serve the meal, remove from freezer, thaw, then follow steps 6-8 above.