Soy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips
Achieve the bold, authentic flavors of the Caribbean with these Soy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips, a healthy twist on a classic dish! Made with a vibrant blend of lime juice, fresh thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, and warming spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this recipe delivers layers of irresistible heat and sweetness. Perfectly marinated chicken strips are oven-baked to juicy perfection with a slightly charred finish—no grill required! In just 40 minutes total time, you’ll have a gluten-free, soy-free, and crowd-pleasing main dish perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or serving in salads, wraps, or rice bowls. Bursting with flavor yet easy to make, these jerk chicken strips are a must-try for anyone seeking a quick and wholesome twist on traditional Caribbean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately 1 inch wide.
In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped scotch bonnet pepper, and chopped green onions.
Add in the fresh thyme, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, salt, and brown sugar to the mix, stirring well to create the jerk marinade.
Place the chicken strips into the bowl of marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with a touch of olive oil.
Arrange the marinated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the strips rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a main dish or incorporate into salads, wraps, or bowls for a flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3891 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 132.6 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2189 mg | 47% | |
*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.
