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Pineapple Jerk Chicken: Sweet, Spicy & Smoky Island Flavor

13 INGREDIENTS • 8 STEPS • 1HR 5MINS

Pineapple Jerk Chicken: Sweet, Spicy & Smoky Island Flavor

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Pineapple jerk chicken combines the bold heat of jerk seasoning with the sweet, tangy flavor of fresh pineapple. Grilled or baked to juicy perfection, this Caribbean-inspired dish is smoky, spicy, and packed with tropical goodness—perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.
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Pineapple jerk chicken combines the bold heat of jerk seasoning with the sweet, tangy flavor of fresh pineapple. Grilled or baked to juicy perfection, this Caribbean-inspired dish is smoky, spicy, and packed with tropical goodness—perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.
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1HR 5MINS

Total Time

$1.12

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
4
us / metric
Bone-In Chicken Thigh
4
Bone-In Chicken Thighs
or Drumsticks
Pineapple Juice
1 cup
Pineapple Juice
Soy Sauce
4 Tbsp
Brown Sugar
2 Tbsp
Brown Sugar
Jerk Seasoning
2 Tbsp
Jerk Seasoning
Fresh Thyme Leaves
1 Tbsp
Fresh Thyme Leaves
Garlic
3 cloves
Garlic, minced
Scotch Bonnet Pepper
1
Small Scotch Bonnet Pepper, finely chopped
Pineapple
1/2 cup
Diced Pineapple
Vegetable Oil
1 Tbsp
Vegetable Oil

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
316
Fat
10.5 g
Protein
35.3 g
Carbs
21.0 g
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Author's Notes

Marinate for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best for maximum flavor.
Grill over medium heat for the best smoky flavor.
Serve with rice and peas or grilled plantains.
For extra heat, increase the Scotch bonnet or add hot sauce.

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
In a bowl, mix Pineapple Juice (1 cup), Soy Sauce (4 Tbsp), Lime Juice (2 Tbsp), Brown Sugar (2 Tbsp), Jerk Seasoning (2 Tbsp), Ground Allspice (1 tsp), Smoked Paprika (1 tsp), Fresh Thyme Leaves (1 Tbsp), Garlic (3 cloves), and Scotch Bonnet Pepper (1).
step 2
Place Bone-In Chicken Thighs (4) in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
step 3
Preheat grill to medium heat (or oven to 375 degrees F/190 degrees C).
step 4
Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry. Reserve the marinade.
step 5
Heat oil in a grill pan with Vegetable Oil (1 Tbsp) or over charcoal, then grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, basting occasionally with marinade.
step 6
Add diced Pineapple (1/2 cup) to the grill for the last few minutes, caramelizing lightly.
step 7
If baking, place chicken in a baking dish, pour reserved marinade over it, and bake for 40-45 minutes, turning once.
step 8
Serve hot with grilled pineapple and your favorite sides.
step 8 Serve hot with grilled pineapple and your favorite sides.

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Dairy-Free
Grill
Chicken
Caribbean
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
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