Recipe: Jamaican Jerk Chicken

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp ground allspice
1 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp chopped hot pepper
1 tsp dried crushed hot pepper
2 tsp oregano, crushed
2 tsp thyme, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup pureed or finely chopped onion
1/4 cup vinegar
3 Tbsp brown sugar
8 pieces chicken, skinless (4 breasts, 4 drumsticks)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Combine all ingredients except chicken in large bowl. Rub seasoning over chicken and marinate in refrigerator for 6 hours or longer.

Evenly space chicken on nonstick or lightly greased baking pan.

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an added 30-40 minutes or until the meat can be easily pulled away from the bone with a fork.

Yields: 6 servings
Serving size: 1/2 breast or 2 small drumsticks

Each serving provides: Calories: 199, Total fat: 4 g, Saturated fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 81 mg, Sodium: 267 mg, Total fiber: 1 g, Protein: 28 g, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Potassium: 338 mg

Source: NIH