Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Jerk chicken is just one of the many delicious recipes enjoyed during Kwanzaa, celebrated from December 26 - January 1. Enjoy this simple recipe for this delicious dish!

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon garlic powder

• 1 tablespoon ground allspice

• 1 tablespoon dried ground thyme

• 1½ teaspoons cayenne pepper

• 1½ teaspoons ground black pepper

• 1½ teaspoons dried ground sage

• ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 2 tablespoons kosher salt

• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

• ¼ cup vegetable oil

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• ¾ cup white vinegar

• ½ cup orange juice

• 2 tablespoons lime juice

• 1 scotch bonnet pepper or 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped finely

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 3 green onions

• 5 lbs skinless chicken pieces (on the bone)

Directions:

1. In a large casserole with a lid, combine all ingredients except chicken.

2. Add chicken, stirring to coat well.

3. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour up to 24 hours.

4. First drain, then Bake a 350°F for one hour or drain and barbecue.

5. Serve with steamed white rice.Line an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with aluminum foil, shiny-side up; smooth out any wrinkles.

Serves: 8