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Spicy Jamaican Chicken Skewers
A flavorful and spicy twist on traditional Jamaican jerk chicken, served on skewers for a fun and easy meal.
⏱36 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1.5 pounds chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1/4 cup all-purpose soy saucefor marinating
- ●2 scotch bonnet peppersdiced, for their heat and flavor
- ●2 tablespoons jamaican jerk seasoningstore-bought or homemade
- ●2 tablespoons brown sugarhelps balance out the heat
- ●2 tablespoons olive oilfor brushing the skewers
- ●10-12 wooden skewerssoaked in water for 30 minutes before use
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, scotch bonnet peppers, jerk seasoning, and brown sugar.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat.
- 4
Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- 5
Thread the marinated chicken onto the wooden skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 6
Brush the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 7
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or scallions if desired.