Sweet and Spicy Jamaican Spatchcock Jerk Chicken That’s Juicy and Easy
Experience the burst of flavors with this Sweet and Spicy Jamaican Spatchcock Jerk Chicken, perfect for your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, spatchcocked
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix the jerk seasoning, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the spatchcocked chicken.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more jerk seasoning.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Sweet and Spicy Jamaican Spatchcock Jerk Whole Roast Chicken