Heart-Healthy Jerk Chicken Thighs
Infuse your weeknight dinner with bold Caribbean flavors and a health-conscious twist with these Heart-Healthy Jerk Chicken Thighs! This recipe features tender, boneless chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant blend of warm spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, along with zesty lime juice, fresh ginger, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper. The low-sodium soy sauce and olive oil keep this dish light and heart-friendly, while the absence of added sugars makes it a nutritious choice. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection in just 30 minutes, these chicken thighs are ideal for a quick, flavorful meal. Pair with a crisp green salad or your favorite steamed vegetables for a complete, wholesome dinner that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds. Perfect for fans of Caribbean cuisine looking for a healthy twist, this recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Allspice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce, low-sodium
- 2 whole Green onions, chopped
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, dried thyme, allspice, garlic powder, onion powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the jerk marinade.
Add in fresh lime juice, grated ginger, and low-sodium soy sauce to the marinade and mix well.
Place the chicken thighs in a large, sealable plastic bag or a shallow dish; pour the marinade over the chicken ensuring each piece is well coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate the chicken for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard leftover marinade.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Serve immediately with side dishes of choice, such as a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1000 mg | 333% | |
| Sodium | 1819 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 212.4 g | 425% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2451 mg | 52% | |
*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.
