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Smoked Jerk Chicken On The Bbq 1770080270796 Htvz
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Smoked Jerk Chicken On The Bbq 1770080270796 Htvz

Authentic Jamaican-style jerk chicken slow-smoked over pimento wood for a deep, spicy, and aromatic flavor profile.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

1h 30m

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 3.5 lbs Whole chicken, quartered
  • 3 whole Scotch bonnet peppers, minced
  • 2 tbsp Allspice berries, ground
  • 1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice
  • 0.5 cup Green onions, chopped
  • 2 cups Pimento or Hickory wood chips

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a blender, combine peppers, allspice, thyme, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and green onions to create a thick marinade.

  2. 2

    Place chicken pieces in a large bowl and coat thoroughly with the jerk marinade, ensuring it gets under the skin.

  3. 3

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

  4. 4

    Prepare your BBQ for indirect heat cooking, aiming for a steady temperature of 225°F (107°C).

  5. 5

    Add soaked wood chips to the coals or smoker box to begin generating smoke.

  6. 6

    Place chicken on the cool side of the grill, skin side up, and close the lid.

  7. 7

    Smoke the chicken for approximately 75-90 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  8. 8

    Optional: Move chicken to the direct heat side for the last 2 minutes to crisp the skin.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

445

kcal

Protein

38

g

Carbs

12

g

Fat

28

g

Fiber

1

g

Sugar

7

g

Sodium

890

mg

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