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Jamaican Jerk Grilled Chicken

Name: Jamaican Jerk Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb Nature's Promise chicken breast; 1 lime, cut in half; 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste); 2 tsp minced garlic; 1 tbsp canola oil

Jerk chicken gets its unique island flavor from allspice and cinnamon, spices traditionally used in desserts. In a savory dish, the spices become smoky, even more so when cooked on the grill. Marinate the chicken overnight for optimal, bold flavor.

Serves 4

Ready in 20 mins

Prep time 10 mins

Cooking time 10 mins

259 calories per serving

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Ingredients

> 1 lb Nature's Promise chicken breast

> 1 lime, cut in half

> 1/2 cup chopped red onion

> 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme

> 1 tsp ground allspice

> 1 tsp ground cinnamon

> 1 tsp ground black pepper

> 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)

> 2 tsp minced garlic

> 1 tbsp canola oil

Steps

Rub the chicken with lime, lightly squeezing the lime as you go over the chicken breast. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Rub the seasoning mixture over chicken. Place in a baking dish or plastic bag and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour of overnight for the best flavor. Heat grill to medium heat and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, turning often.