Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Ingredients
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1 whole
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chicken, cut into 6 pieces
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1
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scotch bonnet
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4
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scallions, chopped
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3
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garlic cloves
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3 tablespoons
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fresh ginger
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1/2 cup
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ketchup
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juice of 2 limes
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1/2 cup
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pineapple or orange juice
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2 tablespoons
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allspice
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thyme to taste
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turmeric to taste
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salt and pepper to taste
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Cooking Instructions
In a food processor combine scotch bonnet, scallions, garlic, ginger, thyme, turmeric, allspice, ketchup, juice from 2 limes and pineapple or orange juice. Blend until ingredients are well combined, about 30 seconds.
In a large bowl add the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
Cover the chicken with marinade then cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Heat grill to medium heat.
Grill chicken for about 20-30 minutes or until juices run clear when meat is pierced with a knife.
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