Jerk Chicken Skewers 1770080270785 Fryc
Succulent chicken thighs marinated in a bold Jamaican jerk spice blend and grilled to smoky perfection on skewers.

Total
35 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons Jerk seasoning paste
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 large Red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium Red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves(optional)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the jerk seasoning paste, olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and salt.
- 2
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss until thoroughly coated; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
- 4
Thread the marinated chicken, red bell pepper chunks, and red onion wedges onto the skewers in an alternating pattern.
- 5
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 6
Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- 7
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves before serving.
- 8
Serve warm with a side of mango salsa or coconut rice.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
345
17% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 7 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
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