This is a version of one of the tastiest ways ever invented to flavor grilled chicken; a jerk marinade. The marinade is essentially highly seasoned pureed raw onion, and, of course, the longer the chicken sits in it, the better it will taste. Try overnight! You don't have to use a chipotle pepper but I prefer its smoky flavor. I don't know who invented this recipe but is one of my favorites!
Ingredients
2 tablespoons of ground allspice
1 dried chipotle pepper (can be found at Shoppers Food Warehouse or any Latin market)
2 bunches of green onions, roughly chopped
4 limes, juiced and zested
1/4 cup of molasses
1/2 cup of olive oil
salt
1-2 pound chicken, cut into 4 pieces (2 breasts and 2 legs) I prefer dark meat, it holds flavor better and it's juicier.
Place allspice, chipotle pepper, green onions, lime juice and zest, molasses, olive oil and salt into a blender and puree until smooth. Scrape it into a large bowl, add the chicken pieces and toss until thoroughly coated. Let the chicken sit in the marinade for about 2 hours, if it sits overnight even better. Grill or bake chicken. If baking chicken heat oven to 375 and bake for 45 minutes. Enjoy over white or brown rice.
It's finger lickin' good!
Enjoy,
Scarlett
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