Jerk Chicken

12 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 scallions including green tops, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vinegar
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
  • 4 whole chicken legs

Directions

  1. 1
    In a food processor or blender, puree all the ingredients except the chicken legs. Put the chicken in a large roasting pan and coat with the pureed mixture. Let the chicken marinate for about 30 minutes.
  2. 2
    Heat the oven to 450°. Cook the chicken legs in the upper third of the oven for 15 minutes. Turn the legs over and cook until just done, about 15 minutes longer.
  3. 3
    Menu Suggestions: Corn bread, rice and beans (or just plain rice), or corn on the cob would all taste great with this highly spiced chicken. Fried plantains are another appropriate accompaniment.
  4. 4
    Test-Kitchen Tip: The longer you can marinate the chicken legs, the more the flavor will penetrate the meat. We've suggested thirty minutes, but you can marinate the chicken for up to twenty-four hours.
  5. 5
    Wine Recommendation: The strong flavors in this recipe will be best with a refreshing wine that combines low alcohol and good acidity. Try a slightly chilled Beaujolais from France. Or open a cold bottle of a light-bodied beer.

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