Bob Marley's Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers

Ignite your taste buds with Bob Marley's Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers—a fiery, flavor-packed tribute to the vibrant Caribbean cuisine. Infused with a bold jerk marinade made from a harmonious blend of scallions, fresh thyme, habanero pepper, and warm spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these chicken skewers deliver the perfect balance of heat and sweetness thanks to a touch of brown sugar and lime juice. Marinated for hours to achieve maximum flavor and grilled to smoky perfection, each juicy bite boasts a tantalizing char. Easy to prepare and served best with rice, grilled vegetables, or mango salsa, this recipe promises an irresistible culinary escape to the tropics. Perfect for backyard barbecues or lively weeknight dinners, it's Jamaican jerk chicken at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 6 stalks Scallions (green onions), chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Allspice, ground
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon, ground
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg, ground
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 pepper Habanero pepper or Scotch bonnet pepper, minced
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 8 skewers Wooden or metal skewers

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the scallions, garlic, thyme, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, cayenne, habanero pepper, brown sugar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, and lime juice. Blend until a smooth paste forms.

Step 3

Pour the jerk marinade over the chicken cubes. Mix well to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop.

Step 4

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. If using metal skewers, skip this step.

Step 5

Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Grill the chicken skewers for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 8

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers with rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh mango salsa for an authentic Caribbean touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(947.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1644.2

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 578.3mg	0%
Sodium 4044.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.3g
Protein 217.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 248.1mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2408.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 53.5%

Carbs: 10.5%