JERK CHICKEN WITH A TWIST

A great Jamaican style dish. A spicy blend of herbs, vinegar, and a scotch bonnet pepper make this chicken dish unforgettable. Serve with rice, yum!

Prep Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Ready In: 1 hour 15 Minutes

 

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped

3 tablespoons brown sugar

4 tablespoons soy sauce

4 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

1 teaspoon sesame oil

3 cloves garlic, chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1 scotch bonnet pepper, sliced

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips

Directions

·        Combine the onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, thyme, sesame oil, garlic, allspice and scotch bonnet pepper in the container of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Place the chicken into a large resealable bag, and pour in 3/4 of the sauce. Squeeze out excess air, and seal. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour.

·        Preheat your oven's broiler.

·        Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. Broil chicken for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking. Heat remaining sauce in a small pan, and pour over chicken when serving.

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