Jerk Marinade For Grilled Thighs and Drumsticks
Recipe: #13991
August 23, 2014
"A great marinade for 2 inexpensive cuts of chicken. Throw the chicken in the marinade in the morning; and, ... on the grill, that night. The flavor is amazing. Yes, there are a few ingredients; but, there is nothing, that is NOT available at any local grocery store - and, probably already in your pantry. I finish the dish with fresh papaya. An easy dish; but, full of flavor."
Ingredients
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Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (640.1 g)
- Calories 728
- Total Fat - 44.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 11.3 g
- Cholesterol - 245.9 mg
- Sodium - 2053.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 31.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 5.6 g
- Sugars - 6.6 g
- Protein - 55.4 g
- Calcium - 178.6 mg
- Iron - 5.2 mg
- Vitamin C - 77.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.4 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Marinade ... Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or measuring cup and mix to combine. Now, I love a ziploc bag to marinate - no clean up. But, you can also use a glass bowl too. Add the marinade and chicken to a ziploc bag, close, and shake - that simple. If using a bowl, make sure to mix the chicken so it is coated well; then, cover with plastic wrap. Marinate at least 4 hours, up to all day.
Step 2
Chicken ... Remove the chicken from the marinade; and, let it come to room temperature on the counter. Pat the chicken dry using a paper towel; then, season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Grill ... Make sure to oil your grill well - whether you use a indoor or outdoor grill. Cook/grill the chicken on each side, until you get a nice char. Depending on the size of the thighs and drumsticks, your cooking time can vary from 12-20 minutes.
Step 4
Garnish ... Add the papaya, scallions, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of both salt and pepper to a small bowl and toss to combine.
Step 5
Serve, Plate, and ENJOY! ... Once the chicken is done; transfer to a serving platter; and, garnish with the fruit. It's a great dinner to grill!
Tips
No special items needed.