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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

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SERVES: 6

SERVING SIZE: 2 strips

COOK TIME: 15 Min

The spicy-sweet flavor and tender texture of Jamaican Jerk Chicken will make this flavor-packed recipe a crowd-pleasing hit any night of the week! It's a great change of pace from the ordinary weeknight meals! It's a fun, bold way to enjoy dinner, and we know the family is going to agree!

What You'll Need

2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound), lightly pounded and cut into 12 strips
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

What to Do

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the allspice, thyme, cinnamon, garlic powder, ground red pepper, and salt; mix well.
Place the chicken strips in the spice mixture; shake bag until chicken is evenly coated.
In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat oil until hot. Cook chicken strips 3 to 4 minutes per side or until no pink remains. Serve immediately.

Complete The Meal!

We love this recipe, and know that our Creamed Onions & Peas and these oh-so-yum Simple Scalloped Potatoes will make this a meal the family asks for again and again!
If you love our Jamaican Jerk Chicken, then try Boneless Buffalo Chicken or these Crispy Golden Chicken strips with your favorite sauce!
Remember to serve up dessert! Everyone will rave over the creamy goodness of our Tropical Coconut Banana Pudding, or for some no-bake decadence, try our Orange Cream Pie!