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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Pineapple-Cabbage Slaw
dairy-freegluten-free

Ingredients

Jerk Chicken

Pineapple-Cabbage Slaw

Method

1

In a blender or food processor, combine green onions, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, ginger, lime juice, olive oil, jerk spice blend, brown sugar, and salt. Blend until smooth.

2

Rub the marinade all over the chicken thighs, working it under the skin where possible. Marinate at least 1 hour, or up to overnight in the fridge for best flavor.

3

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the chicken skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet and roast 35-40 minutes, until the skin is charred in spots and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

4

While the chicken roasts, toss the cabbage, pineapple, and carrot with lime juice, olive oil, and salt in a large bowl. Let sit at room temperature to soften slightly.

5

Serve the jerk chicken hot alongside the pineapple-cabbage slaw.

Notes

  • Scotch bonnets are fiery — wear gloves when handling and remove seeds/ribs for a milder marinade.
  • This also works great on the grill: cook over indirect heat, skin-side down first, about 35 minutes total.
  • Rice and peas (rice cooked with coconut milk and kidney beans) is the classic side if you want something more filling.

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