Is jerk chicken wet or dry?

Some recipes use a dry rub of jerked chicken seasoning. This jerk chicken recipe uses a wet marinade overnight for a bold, sweet, and spicy flavor.

Is Cajun seasoning the same as jerk seasoning?

Cajun seasoning and jerk seasoning are different in taste. They cannot be substituted for each other. Cajun seasoning is mild in flavor, as it is mostly a blend of different herbs, and contains little heat. Jerk seasoning is hot and loaded with flavor, plus a bit of sweetness from the cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Can I use a different meat instead of chicken?

I usually use chicken drumsticks for this jerk chicken recipe because they’re the most frugal option, but you could also use other cuts of chicken like thighs or chicken breast, or try it on pork, beef, or fish. Cook times will vary depending on which meat and which cut you choose.

Easy Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe (+ Video)

Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe

Super easy & tasty recipe for oven baked Jamaican jerk chicken that takes you back to the Caribbean! The marinade is the perfect blend of seasoning & heat!

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This oven-baked Jamaican jerk chicken recipe takes you right to the Caribbean, with the perfect blend of sweetness, heat, spice, and flavor! Mix up a big batch of this yummy jerk marinade to feed a crowd or freeze for an easy meal later. Pairs well with Coconut Lime Rice and Pan-Seared Broccoli.

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 8 hours
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 45 minutes
Yield: 5-6 lbs 1x
Category: Main Meals
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 Tbsp garlic (about 4 large garlic cloves)
1 onion, halved
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved (keep seeds and membranes for added heat)**
¼ cup lime juice (about 2 large limes)
2 Tbsp soy sauce (we use liquid aminos)
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 ½ Tbsp salt
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp dried thyme
2 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp black pepper
¾ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp cinnamon
5–6 pounds of chicken, rinsed and dried (we’ve used thighs, breasts, and drumsticks)

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Instructions

Combine everything but the chicken in a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Combine marinade and chicken in a container and keep in the fridge overnight. If you can’t marinate overnight, marinate for as long as possible for the best flavor in the end.
Cook chicken on the grill using your preferred method, OR preheat the oven to 400F and place chicken pieces in large, shallow baking pans. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until juices run clear.

Notes

** If you like the extra heat, use habanero instead of jalapeno.
Adapted from Epicurious.

Nutrition

Calories: 500

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